A Mile Deep with Benjamin Owen

A big part of what I believe to be an important virtue for a leader to embody is antifragility.To transmutate knock backs, failure, struggle into fuel and strength for Growth.Luke Beastall and I have a great conversation about Anti Fragility in our own lives and practices. Come and join the conversation.You can access Luke here: @lukebeastallYou can access Ben here: @coachbenjaminowen

Discover the vital role of inner authority in leadership and personal development. The discussion highlights the shift from seeking external validation to nurturing self-trust. Listeners will learn practical strategies to cultivate this internal guidance system, emphasizing the importance of discipline and understanding personal archetypes. Engaging anecdotes enrich the narrative, illustrating the powerful journey toward becoming a self-lead leader.

Explore the transformative power of discipline with insights into its three types: structural, reactive, and expansive. Discover how structural discipline can help you build effective systems for success. Learn the importance of commanding and obeying yourself to foster personal growth. Dive into reactive discipline and the role of targeted neutral thinking in leadership. Uncover strategies that create a safe and trusting environment, essential for achieving big goals and making them happen!

How do you build a "Cult Like" following in your business?If you run a business, you'll know how important it is to have raving fans... Jody Raynsford takes this one step further and says you should create a "Cult like" following.This is an amazing episode where Jody shares his story of building Bad Boy Running, writing his book and helping his clients build incredible communities.This is a great conversation if you're looking to lead from a different stance.Here is how to find out more:Free 7-part course on building a cult following - https://www.cultbrandmethod.comHow To Start A Cult - https://www.howtostartacult.co.ukJody Raynsford - https://www.jodyraynsford.com Jody's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodyraynsfordHow to reach out to Ben:www.instagram.com/coachbenjaminowenHow to apply for coaching:https://benjamin-x9xu5crl.scoreapp.com/ Chapters00:00 Introduction to Jody Raynsford03:11 The Journey from Journalist to Ultra Runner06:03 The Birth of a Podcast08:48 Creating a Cult-Like Following12:04 The Power of Polarization in Branding15:07 Building Community and Belonging17:59 The Role of Identity in Business21:02 Transformational Stories and Shared Language24:05 The Importance of Humor and Folklore26:49 Finding Your Tribe in Business33:00 Understanding the Market and Personal Goals34:03 The Importance of Enjoyment in Running and Business34:55 Building a Cult-Like Business Culture35:58 The Power of Polarizing Messages37:01 Identifying Enemies and Setting Goals39:02 Inclusivity vs. Alignment in Communities39:59 Recruitment Strategies for Cult-Like Brands40:59 The Role of Authenticity in Leadership44:09 Consistency and Trust in Brand Building47:50 The Reality of Building a Movement52:11 Engagement and the Value of Negative Feedback

Discover the six powerful levers that can transform your relationships across fitness, business, and personal connections. Learn how intimacy and open communication are vital for trust and engagement. Explore the impact of appropriate pricing and perceived value in client interactions. Delve into the complexities of sustaining meaningful relationships while adapting to evolving expectations. Lastly, understand how positive endings can enhance overall perceptions and encourage re-engagement, ensuring stronger connections.

Nok orasson is the CEO ofLydia a partnership platform for Creators and Influencers looking to build powerful partnerships for their content.Nok is a super interesting CEO as he's taken a 1 year break from social media to build his company. This young innovative leader embodies so much of what I believe it takes to be a successful leader and foster incredible company culture.You can access Lydia for finding promotional partnerships for your content here:Lydia.soFollow Nok's Journey here:https://www.instagram.com/nokkvifjalar/Follow Coach Benjamin Owen here:https://www.instagram.com/coachbenjaminowen/Chapters:00:00 The Journey of Nok Orrason: From Influencer to CEO13:03 The Breakthrough: Rediscovering Focus and Mindfulness24:06 Building Lydia: The Influencer Partnership Platform35:45 Leadership and Company Culture: Nock's Approach

In this engaging discussion, Kristan Sargeant, a psychotherapist and coach deeply influenced by Phil Stutz and Barry Michels, shares her insights on personal transformation through shadow work. She delves into the powerful effects of embracing our inner selves, encouraging risk-taking as a vital component of growth. Kristan explores the concept of Part X, our inner saboteur, and provides practical exercises to help listeners confront their triggers. This conversation is a treasure trove for anyone looking to unlock their true potential.

If you’re a leader of a team who wants to have a business that scales, In my experience, You want to be able to handle the stresses of the growth Which means you have to have foundations that are so deep, That when life throws it’s inevitable curve balls you’re steady! I interview Author and somatic coach  @PatDivillyCoaching  He’s recently written the book “Shadow work” where he really beautifully explains what shadow work is and how it will benefit you as someone who chooses to push themselves. Pat’s journey through body transformation coaching, Leading groups and a deep psychotherapeutic journey, Along with Pat’s incredible way of making complex things simple… Makes this podcast a no brainer listen, And his new book a must read. Enjoy the conversation, Here is Pats information: https://www.patdivilly.com/ Also to ensure we keep getting high quality guests: Please Follow the podcast. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Shadow Work and Personal Journeys 02:48 Understanding Shadow Work and Its Importance for Leaders 05:44 The Role of Family, Community, and Culture in Shaping the Shadow 08:28 Exploring the Golden Shadow and Its Impact on Personal Growth 11:29 The Connection Between Emotional Pain and Behavioral Patterns 14:30 The Internal Family Systems Approach to Shadow Work 17:09 The Importance of Expressing Love and Emotion 19:50 The Role of Breath Work and Somatic Practices in Healing 22:40 The Body's Role in Shadow Work and Emotional Awareness 31:10 Harnessing Inner Energy for Growth 32:33 The Impact of Emotional Suppression 35:53 Navigating Midlife Crises and Personal Growth 37:38 The Power of Decision-Making in Life Changes 38:56 Understanding Leadership Through the Lens of Shadow Work 41:21 Defensive Mechanisms and Self-Protection 45:24 The Journey to Self-Acceptance and Love 48:49 The ARC Model: Awareness, Reflection, Choice 51:02 Building Confidence Through Self-Acceptance 54:57 Individuation and Authentic Living 57:57 Balancing Action and Being in Personal Development

Discover how setting constraints around your goals can elevate your productivity and lifestyle. Learn about the importance of strategic limitations that enhance focus and efficiency. Dive into personal anecdotes illustrating the pitfalls of inefficiency in time management. Explore how specific goal-related barriers can lead to better work-life balance. Uncover the transformative power of constraints that not only save time and energy but also fuel your journey towards success.

What if the secret to success wasn't just about focusing on going higher, but instead digging deeper? Welcome to The Mile Deep Podcast—the show where we explore the foundational work that makes extraordinary leadership possible." "I’m Benjamin Owen, a leadership coach who’s spent over a decade working with hundreds of leaders. And here’s what I’ve learned: If you haven’t done the deep inner work—the thinking structures, the mindset shifts, the foundational habits—scaling your business will feel way tougher than it needs to be. Growth without a solid foundation isn’t impossible… but it is exhausting." This podcast is my quest as a guy who is fascinated by the inner work necessary to create outer success and my invitation to you is to join me as I find out what self development some of the highest performing people in the world have done to create success that scales a mile high. Here’s my belief after coaching 100’s of leaders over the last 10+ years: That unless you have done the deep inner/ foundational work, you’ll struggle to deal with growing your business. Not that you WON’T grow your business, it’s just that it will feel way tougher as you may not have the necessary thinking structures in place to deal with the stresses, challenges and journey of growth. I want to know what's worked and what’s not worked for some of the highest performers and what tools they’ve learned, used and even let go of in order to reach the success they’ve created today. I’ll also be sharing some of my own personal insights for you along the way, whether that be some of the work I’ve done in my own coaching or what’s working for me right now. Make sure you hit that subscribe button and also connect with me on instagram: INSTAGRAM - @coachbenjaminowen FACEBOOK - Benjamin Owen