Ep 76: Rethinking Priorities: Preserving the Foundation, Not Just the Fruit with Anthony Trucks
Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast
Release Date: 09/06/2023
Ep 92: Overcoming the Odds: Learn to Build Wealth Through Credit and Real Estate with Brandon Elliott
Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast
In my latest episode of Inside the Lion's Den podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with Brandon Elliott, CEO and founder of Credit Council Elite, for an inspiring conversation about transformation, resilience, and innovative approaches to real estate investing. Growing up in challenging circumstances with a dysfunctional family background, he initially took a wrong turn in life. However, a life-threatening accident in 2013 - where he suffered severe burns in an explosion - became his wake-up call. Rather than letting this setback define him, Brandon used his house arrest period to...
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Ep 91: From the Biggest Stages to Business Success: A Story of Setbacks, Grit, and Resilience with Menina Fortunato
Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast
What struck me most about Menina's story was her incredible resilience. Growing up in Canada with parents in the dance industry, she fought against their initial skepticism to pursue her dreams. At just 18, she secured a U.S. work visa independently and made the bold move to Los Angeles. Within months she was dancing alongside industry giants like Paula Abdul and Britney Spears. During our conversation, Menina shared how motherhood prompted her first major career pivot from performing. But what I found particularly fascinating was how the COVID-19 pandemic, despite its challenges, became an...
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Ep 90: The CEO’s Secret Weapon: How Leaders Build High-Performing Companies with Katy Trost
Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast
In my latest episode of Inside the Lion's Den, I had the pleasure of hosting Katie Trost, an elite executive coach who brings a fascinating approach to helping tech CEOs scale their companies. What struck me most about our conversation was Katie's unique perspective on executive coaching – she's laser-focused on supporting CEOs rather than companies, a distinction that fundamentally shapes her entire practice. We dove deep into the critical challenges of scaling a business, exploring everything from building high-performing executive teams to creating effective board dynamics. Katie broke...
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Ep 89: From Grief to a World Record: Empowering the Next Generation with Miriam Laundry
Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast
This episode offers valuable lessons for aspiring authors, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in the publishing industry. Miriam's story demonstrates how passion, perseverance, and a willingness to learn can transform a personal mission into a thriving business that impacts countless lives. Miriam candidly shares the challenges and triumphs of both self-publishing and traditional publishing, offering valuable insights for aspiring authors. She explains how her speaking engagements at schools evolved into a thriving business, eventually leading to the creation of her own publishing company....
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Ep 88: From Vision to Profit: Samantha Skelly's Approach to Energy, Vision, and Growth
Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast
In this engaging episode, Aryeh sits down with Samantha Skelly, founder of Pause Breathwork. The conversation weaves through Samantha's entrepreneurial journey, from her early days of making jewelry to becoming a leader in the breathwork industry. Samantha shares her fascinating story of discovering breathwork in Bali, which led to healing her own eating disorder and eventually creating a successful business. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of building an app, emphasizing the importance of having a clear vision and the right team. The episode takes an intriguing turn as Samantha...
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Ep 87: Building Strong Teams using Courage, Culture, and Calculated Risks with Adrian Koehler
Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast
Adrian Koehler, the founder of Take New Ground, shares his journey from nursing to leadership coaching in this engaging interview. He explains how his experiences in healthcare, spiritual communities, and philanthropic work shaped his approach to coaching entrepreneurs and business leaders. Adrian's unique background, which includes working with prison inmates and trust fund kids, gave him valuable insights into human behavior and personal growth. Throughout the conversation, Adrian emphasizes the importance of key leadership qualities such as personal responsibility, adaptability, and the...
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Ep 86: The Power of Expectations and Culture: How They Shape Success and Failure with Shaun Clark
Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast
Shaun’s story is a testament to the power of perseverance and adaptability. He shares how he navigated the ups and downs of his career, from losing a promising internship during the dotcom crash to building and selling successful businesses. His candid reflections on past mistakes and learning experiences offer valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. The episode dives into the entrepreneurial journey of Shaun Clark, CEO and co-founder of HighLevel Software, as we explore Shaun's path from his early ventures to the creation of HighLevel, a CRM and marketing automation platform. Shaun...
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Ep 85: Adley’s Viral Video Strategy: From Bankruptcy to Consistent 1 Billion Views a Month
Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast
Get ready to step into a world where creativity reigns supreme and the hustle never stops. Today I’m talking to Adley, a one-of-a-kind content creator turned business maven, as she shares her incredible journey from facing the mic on The Voice to masterminding a digital empire. We discuss the highs and lows of transitioning from the glitter of the entertainment industry to the grip of content creation and business strategy. With a knack for storytelling that captivates, Adley offers up a play-by-play of the strategies that catapulted her content to hundreds of millions of views weekly. Our...
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Ep 84: Cyber Fraud: Protecting Your Assets In A Fast And Growing $9 Billion Industry with Kathy Stokes
Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast
Today we have an incredibly timely and educational show lined up for you with Kathy Stokes, the director of fraud prevention programs at AARP. Our conversation unfolds with a personal touch as I share a recent experience where my digital wallet was hacked. Kathy offers a powerhouse of insights, stressing the importance of reporting such incidents to potentially recover stolen funds through blockchain tracing and tying together cases against transnational criminal enterprises. We talk about the emotional impact of being scammed, the technical sophistication of these fraudulent scripts, and the...
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Ep 83: Nature vs. Nurture: Unpacking the DNA of Entrepreneurship with Keaton Hoskins
Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast
Today we have an insightful conversation on entrepreneurship and networking with Keaton Hoskins, also known as "the muscle" from the Diesel Brothers and founder of Limitless Society! Together, we explore the raw truths of starting and running a business, emphasizing the vital role of networking and the sometimes overlooked value of paying for invaluable experiences. We shed light on the glamorized image of entrepreneurship, discussing the unseen hard work and the shift away from the traditional path to success. Keaton opened up about his journey, starting at 21 after a family loss, refusing a...
info_outlineOn today’s episode we have Anthony Trucks, a former NFL player and author of Identity Shift and founder of the Shift Method. Anthony shares with us his background and history, and some interesting lessons that you can get out of it for personal growth, business growth, or any of your relationships. Anthony talks about growing up in foster care, his adoption, and how he made the decision to alter his thinking in order pursue college and a football career. He shares his insights on how hardships in life help form intangible skills that can transfer to a successful business and life. He also discusses his Shift Method and how recognizing that you’re not where you want to be in life can trigger a shift in your identify, and help form a plan and the discipline for success.
Anthony Trucks is a former NFL player, American Ninja Warrior, business owner, author, speaker, and Identity Shift Coach. His Shift Method has helped thousands of people reprogram themselves from the inside out and align their life vision with their ideal identity. It is Anthony’s passion and life’s mission to pass along the knowledge that took him 30+ years to learn. As the founder of “Dark Work” and creator of the “Dark Work Experience” Anthony teaches people how to access the power of their identity through Dark Work, tap into their full potential, and Make Shift Happen!
In this episode, we'll cover:
-Anthony’s early life from foster care to the NFL
-How Anthony made the decision and mental shift to pursue college and a football career
-Recognizing your intangible skillset earned through the crucibles of life
-What Anthony didn’t know he didn’t know going into the NFL
-Coming to the realization you’re at the bottom in order to shift and progress forward
-Planting the seeds of change and allowing the world to water it
-Anthony’s Shift Method and the goal of being in the Zone of your identity
-Why doing things that feel out of character will get you to the place and to the person you want to be
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