ALIVE by Design
Welcome to ‘ALIVE by Design’ hosted by Blake Mallen, Billion-Dollar Brand Builder, TED Speaker, and Community Marketing Expert. This podcast features a mind-expanding mix of LIVE shows, conversations with the world’s most impactful people, and inspired ideas — to provide transformative principles and practices that help you WAKE UP, discover what you’re ‘meant to’ do, and who you’re ‘meant to’ be. New episodes every week. Please RATE & REVIEW if you enjoy. Listen now if you’re ready to feel fully ALIVE!
info_outline
112: My Wish for All of You in 2022 | #walkwithme
01/10/2022
112: My Wish for All of You in 2022 | #walkwithme
About This Episode: One of the best things about a new year is that it is a blank slate. Reflect on last year as you start creating a new vision for 2022. I’ve found that there are 1 of 2 perspectives you can choose to take—and that choice determines what you will, and will not, carry with you into the year ahead. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I share what those 2 perspectives are and why I believe everything that happened in 2021 was just preparation for what comes next. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/21724508
info_outline
111: The Single Greatest Mistake | #walkwithme
12/20/2021
111: The Single Greatest Mistake | #walkwithme
About This Episode: Throughout my 20-year entrepreneurial journey, I’ve seen so many entrepreneurs making short-term reactive decisions based on emotions, to the detriment of gaining long-term value. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I explain the single greatest mistake they make—one they completely regret later. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/21538712
info_outline
110: How to Raise Your 'IT' Factor | #walkwithme
12/13/2021
110: How to Raise Your 'IT' Factor | #walkwithme
About This Episode: Have you ever met someone and thought, “that person just has IT!”? We all know what that IT factor is – it’s just something about them. Something that although we might not be able to see or touch, we definitely FEEL. Maybe you call it confidence or charisma; maybe it’s a vibe. But the truth is, IT is something much more literal than that. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I talk about what IT really is, and offer some simple shifts you can make today to instantly elevate your IT Factor and start attracting more of the things you want in life. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/21461906
info_outline
109: How to Swim in a Sea of Negativity | #walkwithme
12/06/2021
109: How to Swim in a Sea of Negativity | #walkwithme
About This Episode: This episode was inspired by the following analogy: “An entire sea of water can’t sink a ship unless it gets inside the ship. Similarly, the negativity of the world can’t put you down unless you allow it to get inside you.” All of us in some way have to deal with negativity, so the question then is: What can we do about it? In this #WalkWithMe episode, I share why if you really knew the power of negative thoughts, you would never think a negative thought. I offer 7 simple tools to use when they come. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/21386909
info_outline
108: Why Today’s Consumption Culture May Be Killing Us | #walkwithme
11/28/2021
108: Why Today’s Consumption Culture May Be Killing Us | #walkwithme
About This Episode: When was the last time you ate something you regretted? Ever bought a thing you didn’t really need? Watched something that made you feel worse? I believe we were created to CREATE… but so many of us spend more time on consuming, instead of creating. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I share why today’s Consumption Culture may be killing our potential. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/21303338
info_outline
107: 4 Questions for Loving What is... | #walkwithme
11/21/2021
107: 4 Questions for Loving What is... | #walkwithme
About This Episode: For so many of us, it’s easy to get STUCK in our own story—even though we know it doesn’t serve us. We know we need to make shifts, and yet we are not able to make them. This #WalkWithMe episode was inspired by the enlightening book “Loving What Is” by Byron Katie. I share a 4-question framework that can help us get UNSTUCK and shift the story in our own mind to one with a much happier and fulfilling ending. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/21235952
info_outline
106: Why REJECTION Hurts... and What to Do About It| #walkwithme
11/15/2021
106: Why REJECTION Hurts... and What to Do About It| #walkwithme
About This Episode: Rejection hurts, no matter who you are, where you’re from or how ‘successful’ you may be. We all feel ‘rejected’ at times, which can impact us. There’s a reason why we feel that way, just as there’s also a reason the things that cause that feeling happen in our life. But, that reason is likely very different than what you might think. On this #WalkWithMe episode, I share why rejection hurts—and what we can proactively do about it. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/21162869
info_outline
105: A 5-Step CHALLENGE System for Crushing your Health Goals| #walkwithme
11/08/2021
105: A 5-Step CHALLENGE System for Crushing your Health Goals| #walkwithme
About This Episode: I recently completed the Malibu Triathlon, which reminded me how important personal health goals are and how we can stay consistent in achieving them. On this #WalkWithMe episode, I share a 5-step system for how I’ve used personal CHALLENGES over the last decade to keep health goals focused—and FUN! *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/21086015
info_outline
104: Insights from the Emergency Room | #walkwithme
11/01/2021
104: Insights from the Emergency Room | #walkwithme
About This Episode: As a parent, it’s never fun to see your child fall. But, when I saw my young son, Greyson take off down the hill on his scooter, only to end up in the Emergency Room shortly thereafter, I knew that our five hours in the ER with his broken bones would be a memory for us both. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I’ll share some insights from that night that we can all apply to our own falls everyday. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/21002204
info_outline
103: VISION & What Comes After All the Things | #walkwithme
10/25/2021
103: VISION & What Comes After All the Things | #walkwithme
About This Episode: “Where there is no VISION, the people perish.” – Proverbs 29:18 We’ve all been told at some point in our life that it’s important to “have a vision” for where we want to go. But the problem is that most of us are never taught exactly HOW to create a vision that really excites us and drives us to our full potential. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I share a SHIFT on how to create a personal VISION that will instantly change the energy and intention you bring into every day. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/20920526
info_outline
102: Resistance is your POWER | #walkwithme
10/18/2021
102: Resistance is your POWER | #walkwithme
About This Episode: How does breaking a long and sharp wood arrow with your neck sound to you? I did that at a recent community event by repeating the sentence: “Resistance is your power.” Just like using weight resistance at a gym to make us physically stronger, going through resistance in life can make us stronger by forging character and building skills. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I share my arrow story and a valuable lesson that rings so true for many of us right now. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/20846852
info_outline
101: "Memento Mori" – Remember You Will Die | #walkwithme
10/11/2021
101: "Memento Mori" – Remember You Will Die | #walkwithme
About This Episode: Ever heard the phrase “Memento Mori”? Its translation might sound a bit morbid, but viewing it as a meaningful reminder might also be the starting point of real freedom. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I talk about the origin of this phrase, what it means, and how reminding ourselves about it everyday can help give us the important insight we need to live a truly fulfilling life. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/20771318
info_outline
100: My #ShiftList: Top 100 Shifts that Made All the Difference
10/04/2021
100: My #ShiftList: Top 100 Shifts that Made All the Difference
About This Episode: This is a special episode to celebrate my 100th episode where I go through my Shift List, which is the top 100 Shifts that have made all the difference on my personal journey the past 40 years. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/20691464
info_outline
99: Separation Seasons | #walkwithme
09/20/2021
99: Separation Seasons | #walkwithme
About This Episode: There may be times throughout the year when some of us check out, slow down or take a break. During summer, for example. I was recently on a powerful Zoom call when I heard a rockstar entrepreneur use the term “Separation Season” when talking about the Summer months, and I instantly related. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I talk about what this means and how you can leverage that time to double down, focus, get ahead – and use it as a huge competitive advantage. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TikTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/20529266
info_outline
98: A Crisis of EMPATHY... and How to Solve It | #walkwithme
09/13/2021
98: A Crisis of EMPATHY... and How to Solve It | #walkwithme
About This Episode: It feels like we are in a crisis of empathy right now and something needs to change. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I talk about what I mean about a Crisis of Empathy and offer three simple steps we can take to help solve it. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TicTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/20449571
info_outline
97: Dealing with Disaster Days - My Adventure in Montenegro | #walkwithme
09/06/2021
97: Dealing with Disaster Days - My Adventure in Montenegro | #walkwithme
About This Episode: Ever experienced a complete DISASTER day? I recently did—but I walked away with some powerful insights. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I share what I learned from my unexpected adventure in Montenegro and reframe how we can respond to hard times. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TicTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/20309345
info_outline
96: The Top 3 Factors for Growing YOUNG | #walkwithme
08/30/2021
96: The Top 3 Factors for Growing YOUNG | #walkwithme
About This Episode: Most of us attribute diet and exercise as the most important factors to staying young. But according to a new book titled “Growing Young,” studies show that the anti-aging process is actually rooted in relationships and connections. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I shift the mindset of how we think about aging and talk about the top human connection elements that can help us ‘grow young.’ *** Mentions: “Growing Young” book: *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TicTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/20285966
info_outline
95: Why SHARING isn't just a conversation for our kids | #walkwithme
08/23/2021
95: Why SHARING isn't just a conversation for our kids | #walkwithme
About This Episode: In this #WalkWithMe episode, I shift the perspective of giving and reframe the narrative around why and how we give. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TicTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/20222339
info_outline
94: When Treading Water IS the Best Strategy | #walkwithme
08/16/2021
94: When Treading Water IS the Best Strategy | #walkwithme
About This Episode: When you’re physically treading water, you’re typically not moving in any direction. And when it comes to the analogy of ‘treading water’ in life, a lot of us think that it means we’re not moving forward or not growing. However, treading water can also mean that you are using a lot of muscle and building strength and endurance, which can set a strong foundation for everything else. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I talk about how sometimes just simply ‘treading water’ IS the best strategy and whenever we feel we’re not making progress, we’re actually building skills and the strength to get us where we need to be. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TicTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/20153174
info_outline
93: Four Questions to Create More Clarity | #walkwithme
08/09/2021
93: Four Questions to Create More Clarity | #walkwithme
About This Episode: Regardless that the light at the end of the tunnel is getting brighter, many of us still feel a little “fuzzy” when it comes to having a clear vision for what comes next. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I talk about four simple questions you can use to help create personal CLARITY right now and focus forward. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TicTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/20070077
info_outline
92: What Do You Do With a Problem? | #walkwithme
08/02/2021
92: What Do You Do With a Problem? | #walkwithme
About This Episode: This #WalkWithMe episode was inspired by a children’s book I recently read to my son. I talk about what a problem IS, what a problem IS NOT, and how a simple SHIFT in perception can help tremendously. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to YouTube, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to For all episodes and show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. Go to *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: / TicTok: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: / *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at / Watch my TED Talk: / Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/19999466
info_outline
91: Follow Your Purpose | Interview with Blake Mallen on “The Brendan Burns Show”
07/26/2021
91: Follow Your Purpose | Interview with Blake Mallen on “The Brendan Burns Show”
Guest Host Bio: Hosted by Brendan Burns, “The Brendan Burns Show'' is an Apple Top 100 Podcast for personal development, business coaching, life transformation, and high-performance strategies. Brendan has advised some of the world’s most recognized brands—from Fortune 100 companies, investment banks, top law and professional sports teams, to C-level executives, billion-dollar entrepreneurs, pro NFL/MLB athletes and politicians across the globe. About This Episode: I was invited to join Brendan Burns on his popular “The Brendan Burns Show” podcast to talk about following your purpose, managing highs & lows, and succeeding. *** Mentions: Website: https://brendanhburns.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrendanburnsshow *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to For all episodes & show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: instagram.com/blakemallen Facebook: facebook.com/blakemallen.page Twitter: twitter.com/blakemallen LinkedIn: linkedin.com/blakemallen YouTube: youtube.com/blakemallen *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at Watch my TED Talk: Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/19926383
info_outline
90: “I’m not a good salesperson” – The 3 Things Behind Sharing an Idea| #walkwithme
07/19/2021
90: “I’m not a good salesperson” – The 3 Things Behind Sharing an Idea| #walkwithme
“Our very living is selling. We are all salespeople.” – James Cash Penney About This Episode: “I’m not a good salesperson.” You’ve likely heard somebody say that – or even thought that yourself. This statement often comes from the perception that speaking like a salesperson means not being authentic or real. The reality is that all of us are selling something: a belief, an idea, a product, a service, an opinion, or something we’re passionate about. A real salesperson truly believes in what they’re talking about, and cares enough to have a conversation about how to add value to another person’s life. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I reframe what a salesperson is, talk about how we are all selling something, and offer 3 truths behind sharing an idea. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to For all episodes & show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: instagram.com/blakemallen Facebook: facebook.com/blakemallen.page Twitter: twitter.com/blakemallen LinkedIn: linkedin.com/blakemallen YouTube: youtube.com/blakemallen *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at Watch my TED Talk: Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/19848467
info_outline
89: Don’t Fix Your Face to Look Better in a Broken Mirror | #walkwithme
07/12/2021
89: Don’t Fix Your Face to Look Better in a Broken Mirror | #walkwithme
“It is dangerous to let other people determine how you feel about you.” - Will Smith About This Episode: This #WalkWithMe episode is inspired by a quote I heard the other day from Will Smith in an interview he did with Jay Shetty. He said you should not try to fix your face to look better in a broken mirror. That statement hit me hard. In this episode, I explain why and how that concept relates to you. I talk about how we should not change who we are, what we say, or what we do because of how we think it will be received by somebody else. You need to be who you genuinely are, and shift to your authentic self, no matter the audience. Otherwise, you will constantly try to adjust yourself to other people—people who are also imperfect. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to For all episodes & show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: instagram.com/blakemallen Facebook: facebook.com/blakemallen.page Twitter: twitter.com/blakemallen LinkedIn: linkedin.com/blakemallen YouTube: youtube.com/blakemallen *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at Watch my TED Talk: Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/19776044
info_outline
88: IDENTITY & 5 Ways to Tell Who You're NOT! | #walkwithme
07/05/2021
88: IDENTITY & 5 Ways to Tell Who You're NOT! | #walkwithme
“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”-Oscar Wilde About This Episode: One of the most empowering outcomes of this past year has been the increased focus on self-awareness and self-love, and on ‘being your authentic self’ and showing the world who you really are. But, for many of us, conversations about “you doing you” and “being yourself” beg the question: “Well, who exactly am I?” I might not be able to tell you who you truly are, but I can tell you who you are NOT. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I flip the coin, so to speak, on the way we traditionally see ourselves in terms of our identity and talk about 5 ways to tell who you are NOT. *** Subscribe to the ALIVE by Design podcast on: Apple Podcast, go to Spotify, go to Google Podcast, go to Audible / Amazon Music, go to For all episodes & show notes, go to *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: instagram.com/blakemallen Facebook: facebook.com/blakemallen.page Twitter: twitter.com/blakemallen LinkedIn: linkedin.com/blakemallen YouTube: youtube.com/blakemallen *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at Watch my TED Talk: Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/19702049
info_outline
87: Freedom… and the Walls that Surround Us | #walkwithme
06/28/2021
87: Freedom… and the Walls that Surround Us | #walkwithme
“To be calm is the highest achievement of the self.” – Zen proverb About This Episode: The word “freedom” can mean different things to different people. However, there is a level of freedom that many of us are not even aware of – and that lack of awareness can often lead to the worse kind of walls around us. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I talk about another level of freedom – our emotional freedom and peace of mind – and share three principles to help get us there. *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at Watch my TED Talk: Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/19621895
info_outline
86: Against All Odds: Story of One Man’s Pursuit of the CA Governorship — with Major Williams
06/21/2021
86: Against All Odds: Story of One Man’s Pursuit of the CA Governorship — with Major Williams
Guest Bio: Major Williams (majorforgovernor.com) is an entrepreneur, CEO of The Major Williams Brand, Founder of Major Kicks for Kids, Marketing specialist, and the Gubernatorial candidate for California in 2022. Raised by a single mother and three sisters, Major unknowingly started his first business at the age of 13, using an old lawnmower cutting grass for extra cash to buy food for him and his family. Throughout his life, his determination and intense focus on attaining goals and bettering communities have driven him to success in a multitude of industries. Major Williams has been featured on many of today’s top podcasts, local and statewide media outlets, and syndicated radio stations. About This Episode: As one of the candidates running for Governor of California, Major Williams knows firsthand what it means to overcome adversity and pursue goals with perseverance and resilience. On this episode, I have an inspirational conversation with Major about his backstory, including life growing up with a single parent, his entrepreneurial journey and philanthropic initiatives, his values and message platform, and the motivation behind pursuing the California governorship. *** Mentions: Website: Instagram: *** For show notes, visit *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at Watch my TED Talk: Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/19544081
info_outline
85: EVACUATION DAY – Lessons from the Palisades Fire | #walkwithme
06/14/2021
85: EVACUATION DAY – Lessons from the Palisades Fire | #walkwithme
“You can’t be brave if you’ve only had wonderful things happen to you.” – Mary Tyler Moore About This Episode: The ‘Palisades Fire’ in Southern California came very close to my house a couple weeks ago, and my family had to evacuate. The entire experience inspired reflection on things like: What do you take? What do you leave? What if you lose everything? In this particularly emotional #WalkWithMe episode, I talk about Evacuation Day and how we define what matters most. I also share a question I think all of us should ask ourselves—without or without an urgent crisis in front of us. *** For show notes, visit *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at Watch my TED Talk: Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/19460615
info_outline
84: 7 Lessons for the NEXT Normal | #walkwithme
06/07/2021
84: 7 Lessons for the NEXT Normal | #walkwithme
“We sense that ‘normal’ isn’t coming back, that we are being born into a new normal: a new kind of society, a new relationship to the earth, a new experience of being human.” – Charles Eisenstein About This Episode: As the world is starting to ‘open back up’ and as we acclimate to the ‘Next Normal,’ it’s important to reflect on what we’ve learned this past year and a half. In this #WalkWithMe episode, I share the Top 7 Lessons I personally got from this pandemic period and how we can all benefit from bringing these lessons with us as we move forward in life. *** For show notes, visit *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at Watch my TED Talk: Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/19376231
info_outline
83: Crossing Canyons – with Dr. Drew Sams
05/31/2021
83: Crossing Canyons – with Dr. Drew Sams
Guest Bio: Dr. Drew Sams is the senior pastor and head of staff at Bel Air Presbyterian Church in Los Angeles, whose teachings are broadcasted all over the nation. His is also a life-long surfer, ultra-runner, and family man who is passionate about the environment and deeply interested in social justice, nutrition, and wellness. As a progressive Doctor of Divinity, Pastor Drew Sams offers a refreshing perspective on faith that is inspiring all types of audiences in Los Angeles and around the world. About This Episode: Overcoming struggles in life can often feel like trying to cross a massive canyon. According to my guest, Dr. Drew Sams on this special episode, crossing canyons may just be key to our next level of living. I had the honor of having an enlightening conversation with Pastor Drew Sams, who is not only the senior pastor of one of the most prominent churches, Bel Air Presbyterian Church, but is also helping so many people cross canyons on their own life journey. He shared the story of his Grand Canyon Run and the lives transformed because of it. We talked about his personal canyons and key lessons learned, belief shifts he had to make in his own life, and his advice on reframing pain for empowerment and personal growth. Regardless of your personal, spiritual or religious beliefs, you will get so much life-changing value from this conversation! *** Mentions: Instagram: Sermon Podcast: *** For show notes, visit *** If you enjoy the podcast, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. It takes less than 1 minute, and it really makes a difference in helping spread this message. *** Drop by and say “Hi!” Instagram: Facebook: Twitter: LinkedIn: YouTube: *** Additional Resources: Subscribe to my Newsletter at Watch my TED Talk: Interested in sponsoring the podcast?
/episode/index/show/alivebydesign/id/19283243