Structure vs. Surrender: Stop Burning Out, Start Expanding.
Release Date: 11/10/2025
The ROI of Coherence: Translating Inner Signals into Strategic Clarity W/Michael McAdams
Spirit of the Deal
The deal isn’t closed by force; it’s closed by clarity. In the high-stakes environment of global enterprise, we are trained to monitor external metrics: ROI, market volatility, and competitive leverage. However, most leaders are operating with significant internal friction, drowning out the very signals they need to navigate complex terrain. Michael McAdams, author of An Angel Told Me So, joins the show to reframe our understanding of guidance and high-performance coherence. This episode is a masterclass in expanding your internal bandwidth to receive the strategic intelligence already...
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From Commercialism to Connection: Redefining the Holiday Experience
Spirit of the Deal
summaryIn this conversation, Brandon G Handley reflects on the true spirit of Christmas, emphasizing the importance of giving and creating meaningful experiences. He discusses his journey towards embracing the holiday season positively, moving away from commercialism. Handley also shares insights on how AI has influenced his creativity and the development of new tools for personal growth, including a gamified approach to self-improvement. He encourages listeners to embrace the spirit of giving and to explore new ways to track their goals and habits in the coming year. takeaways The spirit of...
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Glenn Poulos - Compounding Voltage
Spirit of the Deal
Stop hiding behind the glass screen. Your nervous system knows the difference between a pixel and a handshake, and so does your client’s. In a world sedated by the comfort of remote work, we are seeing a massive System Error in how deals get done. You cannot test drive a private jet on Zoom. If you want the signature, you need to be in the room where the oxygen is. In this episode, we sit down with Glenn Poulos, a veteran operator who doesn’t just play the game; he writes the code. With forty years of tenure and multiple eight-figure exits, Glenn isn’t offering fluff. He is offering a...
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Your Subconscious Thinks Success Is A Threat: Prove It Wrong
Spirit of the Deal
Let’s be honest for a second. Most people aren’t selling from their vision; they’re selling from survival. That tightness in your chest or that hesitation before you pick up the phone? It isn’t a flaw—it’s biology. Your brain is wired to protect you first and expand you second. But here’s the hard truth: you cannot stay in survival mode and expand at the same time. When your income is tied to your safety, your creativity flatlines, your risk tolerance vanishes, and you suffocate the deal before you even walk into the room. In this episode, we are stripping down the "hustle...
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The ROI of a Radical Yes.
Spirit of the Deal
Summary In this conversation, Chris Dyer shares insights on leadership, company culture, and the importance of saying yes to opportunities. He discusses his current projects, including AI in social media management and environmental initiatives in the wine industry. Dyer emphasizes the significance of positive leadership and the seven pillars that contribute to a thriving workplace culture. He reflects on his personal growth journey and the transformative power of embracing new experiences. Takeaways Successful people do not focus on their weaknesses. The spirit of the deal is about shrinking...
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The Hero’s Journey Isn’t Fiction, It’s Your Business Blueprint
Spirit of the Deal
Honest Overview Let’s cut the small talk and get straight to the marrow. Brandon Handley isn’t just wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving; he’s handing you the blueprint to your own evolution. We’re sitting here discussing the Hero’s Journey—not because we’re writing a screenplay, but because it is the undeniable architecture of high-stakes sales, addiction recovery, and relentless personal growth. You think you’re just hitting a wall in your business? You think that burnout is random? It’s not. It’s a pattern. Campbell identified it, Hollywood monetized it, but you? You have to...
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Stop Chasing. Start Choosing. With Laura Grabavoy
Spirit of the Deal
Alright, settle in, grab your poison, and prepare for a soul-baring session with Laura Grabavoy, a woman who’s wrestled with demons, defied the odds, and emerged not just unscathed, but incandescent. If you’ve ever felt stuck, like you’re running on fumes while the universe keeps throwing you curveballs, then this episode is your damn permission slip to grab the wheel. We’re diving deep into the messy, glorious process of truly choosing yourself, even when every cell in your body screams otherwise. Trust us, you’re going to walk away feeling not just seen, but seen as the goddamn...
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Structure vs. Surrender: Stop Burning Out, Start Expanding.
Spirit of the Deal
You ever feel that? That feeling of expansion so massive it’s like you’re about to snap? You’re getting the clients, the opportunities, the growth – all the stuff you’ve been asking for. But you’re also… exhausted. Tense. Quietly wondering if you can actually hold onto it all. Yeah, that’s the moment most of us either tighten up and burn out. But what if we told you there’s a way to build and expand without that constant hum of anxiety? This episode dives deep into the two words that’ll make you unstoppable: Structure and Surrender. We’re talking about ditching the cage...
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Laura Dionisio: From Engineer to Empowering Coach
Spirit of the Deal
Introduction This week on Spirit of the Deal, we're diving deep with Laura Dionisio, a powerhouse coach who helps high achievers break free from "soul-sucking" success. Ever feel like you're climbing the ladder only to realize it's leaning against the wrong wall? Laura’s been there, and she’s here to guide you through a career pivot that feels not just successful, but genuinely *good*. We’re talking about: The "speed dating" of our intro: Get ready for rapid-fire insights into what makes Laura tick. Alchemizing stubbornness: Discover how a shadow trait became her superpower in sales and...
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When Overflow Hits
Spirit of the Deal
What happens when the floodgates open? Last week was a whirlwind of vacation, travel, and a packed schedule of breathwork sessions, interviews, and important client calls. It felt like everything hit at once, pushing the limits of what seemed possible. But here’s the kicker: this wasn't a sign of overwhelm. It was proof. Proof of alignment, of growth, and of the universe responding to what you’ve been asking for. In this episode, we dive deep into the psychology of abundance and the neuroscience of expansion. You’ll learn: The difference between forcing and allowing: Discover why...
info_outlineYou ever feel that?
That feeling of expansion so massive it’s like you’re about to snap? You’re getting the clients, the opportunities, the growth – all the stuff you’ve been asking for. But you’re also… exhausted. Tense. Quietly wondering if you can actually hold onto it all.
Yeah, that’s the moment most of us either tighten up and burn out. But what if we told you there’s a way to build and expand without that constant hum of anxiety?
This episode dives deep into the two words that’ll make you unstoppable: Structure and Surrender. We’re talking about ditching the cage of fear-driven deadlines and the avoidance dressed in spiritual clothing. It’s about finding that sweet spot where progress doesn’t feel like pressure, and you can finally have stability, spaciousness, *and* momentum.
We’re unpacking:
- Why structure without surrender is a cage, and surrender without structure is just avoidance.
- Brandon’s own journey from burnout to balanced growth, thanks to a "tail wing" of daily rituals.
- The subtle art of knowing when to push and when to just… let go.
- How true expansion means transforming, not just surviving.
If you're done forcing it and ready to create from your center, buckle up. This one’s for you.
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