232: The Return on Energy: Investing in Yourself for Maximum Life Dividends with Cindy Witteman
The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show
Release Date: 01/26/2025
251: Stop Helicopter Leading: The New Rules of Modern Leadership with Kerri Burchill
The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show
“Culture is what people do when no one is around… when people don't feel safe to speak up, give feedback, they don't really believe in each other, then you can have a really toxic culture, which impacts everything. If you don't have culture in place, you have no ROI.” —Kerri Burchill, PhD Leaders everywhere are stretched, anxious, and stuck in scarcity, while cultures quietly turn toxic. We talk about the shift from control and “I” language to trust, active listening, and modern leadership that actually unlocks team capacity and profit. Leadership Consultant, Kerri Burchill,...
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250: One Message, Four Minds: How to Sell To Every Buyer Persona with Chris Salem
The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show
“You're always going to have blinders on you. You have to be open to sometimes things that go against what you originally believe, but yet are going to best support your business.” —Chris Salem Sales stalls fast when teams talk in features and scripts while buyers think in challenges, results, and personality-driven needs. Many of us pour money into ads and lead gen, then wonder why conversations drag, trust stays low, and deals take too many touchpoints. This episode gets honest about the real gap: misaligned sales communication and mixed signals within the business. , an expert...
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249: Perspective Upgrade: See Different, Sell Different, Receive Different
The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show
“Change your perspective, you change your results; change your perspective, you change your business; change your perspective, you change your life; change your perspective, change your bank account; change your perspective, you change your marriage; change your perspective, you change your happiness; change your perspective, you change the outcome. Nothing hinders you many times like perspective does. ” —Daniel Gomez Some doors in business and life do not respond to harder work. They respond when our perspective changes. Many of us stay tied to old clients, old income levels, and...
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248: Good Idea vs God Idea: The Path That Actually Works When Hustle Isn’t Enough with Tim Storey
The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show
“There's a difference between a good idea and a God idea… A good idea could only take you to good places. What you need is a God idea. It's when God drops an idea in your spirit.” —Tim Storey Pressure to keep pushing harder leaves many builders tired, stuck, and quietly frustrated. Progress slows when effort is high but clarity is missing, and success feels hollow even when the numbers work. Tim Storey shares how faith, structure, and environment shaped his path from humble beginnings to global influence. His journey reveals why spiritual alignment matters as much as...
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247: Rewire Your Limits: The Increase Mindset Blueprint with Bob Harrison
The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show
“It wasn't just about getting more, it was about getting more to make a difference.” —Bob Harrison Some moments shake our confidence in what is possible. Old stories rise up, limits feel real, and self-doubt starts calling the shots. Then a new idea comes along and reminds us that a bigger life waits on the other side of the thinking that once kept us safe. , Bob Harrison, shares how early conditioning, scarcity thinking, and personal loss shaped his approach to abundance. His journey reveals how a shift in mindset can ripple into faith, family, business, and long-term...
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246: Identity Shift: The 1% Change That Transforms Everything with Chris Gandy
The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show
“Leave the world better than you found it. You were meant and created for this moment. Every moment is an opportunity.” —Chris Gandy Some seasons of life ask you to grow past who you used to be, not with pressure or guilt, but with a clear invitation to rise. The real shift starts when you stop clinging to an expired identity and begin moving toward the version of yourself you’ve been avoiding. In this conversation, former NBA player and CEO Chris Gandy breaks down how he rebuilt his life after basketball and why his transition worked when so many others get stuck. He shares...
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245: No Apologies Needed: Protect Your Progress from Dissatisfied People
The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show
“You can't allow dissatisfied people to come and rain on your satisfaction. And you can't allow these obstacles that were meant to make you a better human, make you a bitter human being.” —Daniel Gomez Some people can’t stand our success because it reminds them of their own excuses. Dissatisfied people often project their unhappiness the moment they see someone thriving in business, faith, or life. Hence, the higher we rise, the more resistance we’ll face. But that pressure is not punishment; it’s proof that we are being shaped for strength, purpose, and elevation. In...
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244: The Truth About Sales: Why Helping People Is the Ultimate Business Skill with Johnny-Juan Ortiz
The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show
"Sales is not something that we do to someone. When done right, sales is fun, sales when done right is service, sales when done right is service, sales when done right is love. It's something we do for someone." —Johnny-Juan Ortiz Sales gets a bad rap. For many, it feels pushy, sleazy, or manipulative. But what if the truth is the opposite? Real sales is truly about helping someone solve a problem, and the ability to sell is the very skill that keeps doors open, businesses alive, and families thriving. Starting in straight commission sales at 19, Johnny-Juan Ortiz built over...
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243: Dance Through the Fire: Transformation Secrets to Thrive Through Life’s Challenges with Rachel Porter
The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show
“Beauty can come from ashes, and it's one of those things that's hard to comprehend in the middle of it, but that's where hope sets in. Life is going to be very difficult, yet we can find some beauty in this and grow.” —Rachel Porter Some days, it feels like life’s setbacks are proof we’re falling behind, but what if those tough moments are actually the start of something better? The truth is, everyone faces challenges that burn like fire. What matters is how we move through them. There’s real power in seeing our struggles as fuel for growth, not evidence of failure....
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242: From Pain to Purpose: Turn Messes Into Meaning with Sue Fries
The Daniel Gomez Inspires Show
“You are important, you are valued, you are worthy. God created YOU with a specific plan and purpose for your life. And in order to get the best out of that, do the work, do what you need to do. Remember that you are a child of God, that you're forgiven.” —Sue Fries If you’re feeling weighed down by regret, shame, or the quiet ache of loneliness, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to carry it by yourself. Sometimes life’s hardest moments leave us questioning our worth or wondering if things can really change. But there’s hope, and it starts with a little kindness toward...
info_outline“You have the ability to ask for what you want. If you want to see people in your life who are really doing things and are moving the needle in their favor and they're big thinkers, change the channel of your life and your friendships. Get in the right room with the right people, and that can really make a big change in who you are and who you're becoming.” —Cindy Witteman
Life's challenges can often feel like an insurmountable mountain, leaving us trapped in cycles of negativity and self-doubt. Yet, within each of us lies the power to rewrite our story, to transform our struggles into stepping stones towards success. By consciously shaping our environment, thoughts, and actions, we can break free from the shackles of our past and pave the way for a brighter, more fulfilling future.
Cindy Witteman is the founder and CEO of Driving Single Parents, editor-in-chief of FORCE Magazine, and host of Little Give TV Show. As a five-time International Best Selling Author and passionate beekeeper, Cindy's diverse experiences fuel her mission to empower others and create lasting positive change in the world.
Tune in as Daniel and Cindy explore the transformative power of positive thinking, strategic goal-setting, the ripple effect of kindness, overcoming poverty, the impact of our digital environment, morning routines for success, and innovative approaches to philanthropy and personal growth.
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Episode Highlights:
02:06 Meet Cindy: From Corporate to Non-Profit
06:08 The Power of Positive Thinking
10:12 Strategies for Positive Change
20:00 Driving Single Parents
26:17 The Ripple Effect of Kindness and Generosity
30:07 Building Routine
37:35 Advice for Nonprofit Leaders
Connect with Cindy:
Cindy Witteman is a passionate advocate for change, dedicated to uplifting others and making a real impact in the world. Based in San Antonio, Texas, she is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of FORCE Magazine, a five time best-selling author, and the heart behind Little Give TV Show and the Is Manifesting Bullshit? podcast. Her work has earned her prestigious awards, including the 2023 Trailblazer Award and back-to-back International Impact Book Awards in 2023 and 2024 recognition for her ability to inspire and empower through storytelling and action.
As a former single mom who faced immense challenges, Cindy refused to let adversity define her. In 2017, she turned her struggles into purpose by founding Driving Single Parents Inc., a nonprofit that provides reliable vehicles to single-parent families at no cost. She knows firsthand what it’s like to feel stuck and without options, which is why she’s so passionate about helping others regain their independence and build brighter futures.
As an Action Mastery Specialist, Cindy doesn’t just talk about success she helps people take real, purposeful steps toward achieving their goals. Whether through her coaching, public speaking, TV show, or magazine, she shares practical strategies and a mindset rooted in positivity, determination, and gratitude.
Outside of her professional life, Cindy is all about family. She adores her blended family of six children and five grandchildren and cherishes every moment with them. She’s also a passionate beekeeper and loves embracing new adventures with an open heart and fearless spirit.
Whether she’s on stage, hosting a show, or changing lives through her nonprofit, Cindy lives by the belief that every Little Give has the power to create a ripple effect of hope and change.