EP 39 | Bryce Kenny: Monster Truck World Record Holder, Author, Warrior Dad of 3, Monster Jam Professional | "Geared for Life"

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Summary

In this episode, host Daniel Hickman interviews Bryce Kenny, a world record-holding monster jam driver and father of three. They discuss the importance of finding purpose and equipping your passion to achieve fulfillment. They also explore the concept of reframing success and failure, getting out of neutral, and the influence of mentorship and family. Bryce shares his experience setting a world record and emphasizes the importance of thrashing and filling your cup. The conversation concludes with a discussion on keeping things simple and taking responsibility for one's actions. In this conversation, Bryce Kenny, a world record-holding Monster Truck Driver, discusses his career in Monster Jam and the competitive edge he maintains. He emphasizes the importance of confidence and positive outcome mindset in achieving success. Bryce also shares insights from his book, Geared for Life, which focuses on uncovering personal gears and beliefs that drive actions. He highlights the significance of maintaining a connection with family and finding purpose in life. Bryce's ultimate goal is to create change in the sport of Monster Jam and make a positive impact on people's lives.

Takeaways

• Confidence and a positive outcome mindset are key to maintaining a competitive edge.
• Beliefs drive actions, and actions drive results.
• Finding your next gear and taking small steps can lead to significant personal growth.
• Maintaining a connection with family and being present in their lives is crucial.
• Creating change in your chosen field can have a lasting impact on others.
• Reconnecting with health and purpose is possible by taking one step at a time.

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Background

03:00The Importance of Finding Purpose

08:23Equipping Your Passion to Find Purpose

11:39Reframing Success and Failure

18:56Getting Out of Neutral and Finding Fulfillment

25:00The Influence of Mentorship and Family

27:37Setting a World Record and Fulfilling a Greater Purpose

34:12Thrashing and Filling Your Cup

38:59Keeping It Simple and Taking Responsibility

40:48Bryce Kenny's Career in Monster Jam

43:13The Competitive Edge and Confidence

44:42Belief and Positive Outcome Mindset

46:12The Power of Beliefs and Actions

48:09Geared for Life: Uncovering Personal Gears

50:27Maintaining Connection with Family

53:13Finding Your Competitive Edge

57:52Creating Change in the Sport

58:19Reconnecting with Health and Purpose

01:00:25Animal Comparison: Lion and Elephant

01:04:02Upcoming Monster Jam Events

01:06:47Off-Season Activities and Speaking Engagements

01:07:56Closing Remarks and Advice

 

Bryce Kenny

Geared for Life: Making the Shift Into Your Full Potential

“Once we understand what gears are available to us in life and
when to shift into them, we avoid becoming stuck. Instead, we
keep momentum. The secret to getting to the finish line is
momentum, not some hidden formula for success reserved for
people of a certain background, creed, or color. If you’re overly
focused on the finish line where you hope your dreams await
you, but don’t know how or when to shift along the way, you
might quickly become frustrated, defeated, and stuck. The core
of this book is a collection of my seven gears—my personal
foundational truths—that have propelled me around and over
obstacles thrown in my path that threatened to prevent me from reaching my finish line.”

MEET BRYCE KENNY
Bryce Kenny is a professional Monster Jam driver as the Great Clips Mohawk Warrior.
Since his 2016 debut, Bryce has earned multiple awards including the 2021 Outreach
Award for his work helping those in need and making positive contributions to the
community. He also set a Guinness World Record in 2021 for the fastest speed in a
monster truck and was the first driver to hit triple mile per hour digits in the sport.
In recent years, Bryce has become an inspirational speaker and travels the country
speaking to audiences of all ages about finding the courage to chase your dreams and
overcome fear. His newest book, Geared for Life (Dexterity, 2023), guides readers to
become unstuck in life and shift into the next gear to make a lasting impact on the
world. Bryce also participates in national conferences and corporate events through his
sponsorship with the international hair salon chain, Great Clips.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Geared for Life: Making the Shift Into Your Full
Potential (Dexterity, September 19, 2023)
After a tiring day of the same old routine, you catch yourself
mindlessly scrolling through social media yet again.
Frustrated, you can’t help but think, “Is this really all there is
to life?” Monster Jam driver and motivational speaker Bryce
Kenny has been there. In his new book, Geared for Life:
Making the Shift Into Your Full Potential, he aims to help
others uncover their dreams and dare to be brave.
The pressure to succeed can be overwhelming, yet sometimes it
paralyzes us into settling for less. Bryce is here to help you rise
up to the challenge and make the impact you’ve always wanted.
He presents specific principles that he’s developed in his own life
that will help you find direction and shape your future. Whether
you’re entering the job market or going into a new business
venture, you need the courage to give it your all.
Through personal stories, lessons, and proven results, Bryce provides you with the
inspiration you need to change your mindset and turn your life around. Geared for Life
will teach you how to:
 Gain new perspectives and strategies to get through difficult situations
 Develop foundational beliefs that will result in more productive actions toward
your goals
 Learn skills to overcome fear and gain confidence in your abilities
 Identify your life’s purpose
 Develop the mindset of a winner and defeat any challenge
A well-written guide for anyone seeking to reject a life of monotony and overcome the
fear of failure, Geared for Life is a motivating and energetic guide that will equip you to
fight for a life of purpose and accomplish your wildest dreams. You are a warrior, and
you have what it takes to be great!

INTERVIEW TOPICS

● How to avoid getting “stuck in neutral” when faced with moments of panic and
uncertainty
● Three critical modes for operating through life
● Bucket principle: why capitalizing on moments of momentum can mean the
difference between success and failure
● Imposter syndrome: three goals to break the dangerous cycle of self-doubt
● What it means to have faith and why solely believing in something isn’t enough to
drive change
● Three tactics to survive burnout in life
● Powering through pressure, panic, and anxiety and choosing to believe in good
outcomes
● Understanding what refills your physical, mental, and emotional tanks before
emptying yourself
● How he found meaning in his passion and transformed it into purpose
● Becoming built for others: three key questions to answer before becoming a crew
member for others

ENDORSEMENTS
“The success of our Grave Digger team over the last 40+ years isnt the result of luck or
skill. We fought with everything we had for years to keep the dream alive. We learned.
We failed. We won. We lost. But we always seemed to find another gear we never knew

we had to move forward. That's what Geared for Life will equip you to do. Bryce's
perspective is dead on in this book.” -Dennis Anderson, Driver & Creator of the
Grave Digger Monster Jam Truck, Monster Jam Hall of Fame Inductee, and 4X
World Finals Champion

“There is no secret formula to success in motorsports or in anything really. It takes
heart, patience, getting the right people around you, and maybe being a little stubborn
when you’re chasing your dream. This book, Geared for Life, will help you get that
mindset and help you make those moves.” – John Force, 16-time NHRA champion,
Owner and CEO of John Force Racing

“Highly recommended! Geared for Life is a step-by-step guide for anyone wanting to live
a meaningful life and ignite their passions again.” – Criss Angel, world-renowned
magician and creator of television’s biggest magic show in history, Criss Angel:
MINDFREAK

“Geared for Life will inspire you to step out of your comfort zone, believe in yourself, and
embark on a transformative journey. Throughout the book, Bryce Kenny reminds us that
we are not alone in our struggles, and he provides effective approaches on how to
overcome fears and gain confidence to make a positive influence and live with purpose.
This book equips you with the tools you need to shift into the right gear and unlock your
greatness.” – Lisa Hake, Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Great
Clips, Inc.

“Captured my attention from the first chapter. Geared for Life is brilliantly written and
takes you through all the challenges and levels one faces in life from a motorsports’
perspective. Bryce Kenny uses his life experiences as a professional driver to define
how we can look at life outside ourselves and learn how we can bless others. Bryce
wrote this book from his heart, which makes Geared for Life a must read.” – Doug
Kershaw, President, BKT Tires USA, Inc.

CONNECT

Connect with Bryce Kenny:
Official site: www.brycekenny.com
Facebook: @warriorbryce
Instagram: @warriorbryce
TikTok: @warriorbryce
YouTube: @brycekenny