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In this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast, get inspired with our guest's success story, Antonio Neves! Listen To The Podcast: There are too many cool things to say about my guest today, Antonio Neves! Let me pick a few facts to get you started: He's worked as reporter, host, and producer for big-time TV networks like NBC, E! and PBS. He's also a former Division I student-athlete, an Ivy League graduate, an award-winning journalist, an author, and . . . an amazing keynote speaker who tours the country sharing cutting-edge messages on topics like leadership, authentic communication, and strategies for succeeding in the workplace. The level of success that Antonio's reached didn't come easy. Despite a childhood rife with instability, Antonio had people who believed in him, which helped him believe in himself. Today, his mission is to pass along the amazing lessons he's learned to help others reach their goals. In this episode, we cover a range of topics related to the DREAM. THINK. DO. life, including great insights from Antonio's latest book, 50 Things Every College Student Should Know. Listen in for practical advice that can apply to you… no matter how old you are. We'll cover: Authentic ways to be memorable in any conversation Valuable strategies for when you're facing fear Great tips on the fine art of engaged conversation Powerful keys to "setting others up for success"—and how it can help you Oh and hey… share this episode with the hashtag #DREAMTHINKDO and be eligible to win a signed copy of one of Antonio's books, along with a signed copy of my book, Ignite! Plus, one lucky winner will get a free one-on-one coaching session with Antonio! So get to sharing! :) [Tweet ""Don't rush the summit!" – Antonio Neves"] EPISODE RESOURCES TheAntonioNeves.com 50 Things Every College Student Should Know 50 Ways to Excel in Your First Job (and in Life) Ninja-Level Strategies For The Elevator Pitch (Episode 071) The War of Art by Steven Pressfield The Brand You 50 by Tom Peters

In this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast, learn how to overcome your fear of Public Speaking. Listen To The Podcast: I make my living talking. In other words, I do a lot—and I mean a lot—of public speaking. Now, I know as soon as I utter the phrase "public speaking," most people get a certain feeling—and it's not a good one. In fact, surveys have consistently shown that public speaking is the #1 fear! It surpasses the fear of death—and even… the fear of clowns! (YIKES!) I also know, however, that many people actually want (or need) to do more public speaking, but their fears are holding them back. I understand. Heck, I still get hit with all those feelings. A fear of letting the audience down. A fear of making a mistake in front of a large group of people. A fear of tripping and falling flat on my face! Yup… I get hit with all the fears, too. Fortunately, I've developed a useful set of simple tools to deal with them. And… today I want to give some of those tools to YOU! I'm going to walk you through specific tips and techniques that can not only help alleviate much of that fear of public speaking, but also help you to be a better public speaker! In this episode you will . . . • Discover secret tricks to convince your brain to feel relaxed • Understand how to visualize in a way that benefits you • Learn how to cut cotton mouth off at the pass • Understand why you want a map—not a script • Hear why your "Why?" can help ground you no matter what happens while you're speaking • Get even more tips! So if you've ever felt a fear of public speaking… whether it's to a group of five… five hundred… or five thousand… this DREAM. THINK. DO. episode is for YOU! [Tweet ""Give yourself permission to visualize things going well." – Mitch Matthews"] EPISODE RESOURCES Mitch Matthews | Facebook

In this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast, my guest Brent Underwood shares his cool story from finance to his interest in hostels. Listen To The Podcast: If my guest today had stayed in the world of high finance, we probably wouldn't be talking. But he didn't stay. Instead, he forged his own path. And now you get to hear his cool story—and his great insights! Brent Underwood is a partner at the creative advisory firm "Brass Check," where he spearheads marketing campaigns for New York Times best-selling books and helps musicians, including Grammy winners, establish their media narratives. Now, that stuff alone would be enough for a cool conversation on DREAM. THINK. DO., but there's way more to Brent than this marketing gig. Years ago, Brent developed a pretty intense interest in hostels—you know, those low-budget lodges people stay at when traveling abroad. He eventually channeled this passion into running a successful hostel in Brooklyn. When he moved to Austin, Texas, a couple of years ago (not to start another hostel), he simply couldn't kick the hostel habit. He founded HK Austin, which quickly became the top-rated hostel in the country! Listen in to hear about Brent's winding—and inspiring—road to entrepreneurship and fulfillment. In this episode you will . . . • Get tips on where you should—and shouldn't—cut corners • Hear why waiting for the perfect launch can mean no launch at all • Learn about when Brent didn't listen to his customers—and how that's paid off • Discover why you should stop and think before you try to improve on your competition's failures • Understand the value in exposing yourself to lots of skills, people, and ideas [Tweet ""Word of mouth is the best marketing by far." - @underwoodbrent"] EPISODE RESOURCES BrentUnderwood.com Brasscheck.com HKAustin.com "The 8 Unexpected Rules Of Business That No One Teaches But Everyone Should Know" Twitter | @underwoodbrent

In this episode of the DREAM.THINK.DO. podcast, let's enter the world of special effects with my guest, Emmy- and Oscar-winning special effects artist, Howard Berger. Listen To The Podcast: Get ready to hear from a true master of his craft! My guest today, Emmy-and Oscar-winning special effects artist Howard Berger, has been playing in the world of film and TV for 35 years. I'd say "working" but that doesn't do justice to the nature of Howard's incredible career. Encouraged by amazing parents, he took a childhood passion for monster movies and turned it into a profession—basically starting the day after graduating high school. In 1988, he and fellow artist Greg Nicotero founded the KNB EFX Group. Since then… they've set the gold standard for special effects make-up in Hollywood. The company has brought its seemingly inexhaustible creativity to everything from "Dances with Wolves" and "Pulp Fiction" to "The Chronicles of Narnia" films and the wildly successful AMC series "The Walking Dead." I can say… without a shadow of a doubt… there's something for you in this interview whether you're a creative, an entrepreneur, a sci-fi geek (like me) or… a parent looking to foster their kids' creativity! In this episode, you will . . . • Get Howard's take on good business fundamentals and his no-excuses approach to failure • Understand how working with others is an opportunity to both educate and to be educated • Learn how even Howard pushes himself beyond the comfort zone • Hear cool behind-the-scenes stories from Howard's prolific career [Tweet ""No one cares more about your business than you." – Howard Berger"] EPISODE RESOURCES The KNB EFX Group The KNB EFX Group | Facebook

In this episode of the DREAM.THINK.DO. podcast, be inspired and take real action with my guest Mike Meyers. Listen To The Podcast: Got an idea that's been sittin' in your brain for a while? Could you use an inspirational push toward some real action? Well, hearing from my guest today, Mike Meyers, might be just what you need! He's been on an amazing trajectory since college (which wasn't that long ago) with his new company, Tradeversity. Hear how Mike didn't think big—he thought small. He imagined a sharing platform made especially for college students and individual campuses. Listen in to find out how this "recovering perfectionist" moved from being "stuck" to breaking free to seize the moment. (Even though he wasn't sure if it was the "perfect time" or not.) Today you'll hear way more than Mike's inspirational story. Plus, he's got tons of great ideas for weathering the rough times, gaining help and expertise from others, and keeping your focus... no matter what! In this episode, you will... Hear helpful insights for the toughest part—getting started Understand how sharing your ideas opens up amazing possibilities Learn when Mike thinks is the best time to start a business Get great tips for reaching out to mentors—and learn why that's so important when starting out Hear what Mike means when he says, "The key is to be interested, not interesting." [Tweet ""Put your idea out there and see how people respond." – Mike Meyers"] EPISODE RESOURCES Tradeversity.com @MikeMeyers (Twitter) Tradeversity app (App Store) Tradeversity app (Google Play) The Dream Giver (book) MitchMatthews.com/Facebook

In this episode of the DREAM.THINK.DO. podcast, Margaret Heffernan, renowned global business advisor, talks about corporate mythology, "super chickens", and more! Listen To The Podcast: Have you unknowingly created a super chicken situation at your company? No, really... this is a serious question. What's a "super chicken"? Well, it's just one of the many fascinating and tradition-challenging ideas that my guest, Margaret Heffernan PhD, talks about today. She's a renowned global business advisor who specializes in creating cultures of high achievers and super collaborators. She's also the author of five books, and her multiple TED Talks have been viewed by millions. If you're interested in the key to creating productive project teams, you'll want to listen to today's episode. Margaret will not only blow your mind as she overturns a lot of corporate mythology; she'll also give simple, no-frills ideas that can yield exceptional team results. In this episode, you will . . . Gain insights on how to get the best performance from people Learn the critical ingredient for new ideas and innovation (It's not what you think) Get specific advice for encouraging collaboration and sustaining high-achievement Start to rethink your old assumptions about the value of competition Hear why the fear of conflict can have devastating effects Learn how to get team members to know, understand, and appreciate each other—and why that's so important Find out what the heck "super chickens" are and why they matter [Tweet ""What makes a team productive is each other." - Margaret Heffernan"] EPISODE RESOURCES MHeffernan.com TED Talks

In this episode of the DREAM.THINK.DO. podcast, we'll talk about the Elevator Pitch and how to make it work. Listen To The Podcast: So . . . it's your big moment: the elevator pitch! You know, that little speech you're supposed to have memorized when someone asks, "So what do you do?" To be honest, I have a love-hate relationship with the concept. Maybe, like you, I've seen it done poorly – really poorly. The problem is this: Even if your pitch is clear and eloquent, when people sense you've gone all salesy, they zone out. In other words, walls go up, eyes glaze over, and a chance to really connect goes down the drain. So how do you seize an elevator pitch opportunity in an authentic way? How do you create engagement and open up a lively and real conversation? Today on Dream. Think. Do., we're gonna rethink the whole elevator pitch notion. Actually, we're gonna improve upon it — big time. In this episode, you will . . . Hear lots of alternatives to the traditional (yawn) pitch Learn why telling an elevator story is way better than listing your services Discover ways to show credibility, not by your credentials, but by your ability to understand your clients Understand the important distinction between a front-door and a side-door pitch Learn a more compelling way to handle the business card scenario at networking events Start seeing the elevator pitch as your chance to be memorable and to create a genuine connection Text DTD071 to 33444 for additional material on what I like to call the elevator conversation. [Tweet ""It's not really about a pitch; it's about a story." - Mitch Matthews"] EPISODE RESOURCES Achieving Dreams and Breaking Rules Writing Words That Sell Your Big Ideas Begin with Who

In this episode of the DREAM.THINK.DO. podcast, author and speaker, Carrie Wilkerson shares her business strategies and experience as a top small business influencer. Listen To The Podcast: You know I'm all about inspiring you and equipping you so you can do more of the work you were put on the planet to do. My guest for today's DREAM. THINK. DO. episode wants that for you too! Her name is Carrie Wilkerson, and she's known as the "Barefoot Executive." Carrie is a best-selling author and international speaker. She's been featured on CNN and Fox Business News. Plus, she's been named one of the country's top small business influencers by Forbes. She's a highly sought-after business and marketing consultant who's worked with people like Dr. John Maxwell and Zig Ziglar, as well as organizations like Google! But most importantly… she's done all of this on her own terms… and by putting her priorities as a wife and mom (of four kiddos) at the top of the list. In this episode, you will… Learn how Carrie went from bagging groceries for tips to running her own successful business from home and sharing it with the world Discover ways to enhance your creativity Learn how to examine your potential & recognize your value Find out how to create things, products and services that will reward you based on your efforts Discover how you can live life… more on YOUR own terms! [Tweet ""The faster I went, the more I made." – Carrie Wilkerson"] EPISODE RESOURCES Carrie Wilkerson | The Barefoot Executive Facebook | Carrie Wilkerson

In this episode of the DREAM.THINK.DO. podcast, we'll hear from behavior expert, consultant, writer, and keynote speaker, Jon Levy. Listen To The Podcast: What makes a person influential? How can someone start from scratch & build powerful networks of influence? How can YOU (whether you're an introvert or an extrovert) meet new people and grow stronger, long-lasting relationships? How can YOU reach out to someone you'd love to meet, and have them be WAY more open to connecting with you? This week's DTD guest has been interviewed by the New York Times, Fast Company Magazine and Business Insider on these subjects! Today, he's going to share his insights with YOU! Jon Levy is a behavior expert, consultant and writer who is best known for his work in the fields of 'Influence' and 'Social Experience.' Listen in to hear how Jon came up with his "Influencers" network… a community of successful business leaders, globe-changers and celebrities. And he did it all by asking them to cook him dinner! That's right. He asked THEM to cook HIM dinner! In this episode, you'll hear this amazing story. Plus, you'll also be introduced to specific strategies you can use to grow your own networks of influence… so you can dream even bigger, think better and do more of what you were put on the planet to do! [Tweet ""The size of our life is proportional to how uncomfortable we are willing to be." – Jon Levy"] EPISODE RESOURCES Jon Levy | The Science of Influence and Adventure

In this episode of the DREAM.THINK.DO. podcast, Dr. Izabella Wentz, best-selling author and pharmacist, talks about her story and why helping people with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis has become her globe-changing mission! Listen To The Podcast: Today's guest is New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Izabella Wentz. While still in college, Dr. Wentz went from being a healthy straight-A student to a tired, overwhelmed C-minus student who couldn't get out of bed. Plus, she went from being happy and driven to depressed and stuck. Now admittedly, every college student experiences some "bumps" in the road, but this was something much different. This change happened overnight and there wasn't anything that seemed to help. As you can imagine… it was a very scary time! Izabella decided to dig into what caused this change and eventually she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease called "Hashimoto's Thyroiditis." That's when she had a decision to make. She could just cope… or she could choose to thrive in the face of this incredibly challenging condition. As you may have guessed… she chose to THRIVE! In fact, that became her mission in life. And now, she's helping others too! Whether you're facing health-related issues or you've been facing adversity lately, I think you'll really be inspired by her story! Plus, we'll dive into specific strategies to help YOU to: FOCUS in the midst of challenges PERSEVERE in the face of obstacles OVERCOME adversity and help others to do the same We'll also explore "Hashimoto's Thyroiditis" a bit too. So, if you know someone impacted by this condition, please invite them to check out this very special episode! WIN A FREE BOOK! You have a chance to win Dr. Wentz's New York Times best-selling book! All you have to do is share this episode, https://mitchmatthews.com/068, on Twitter and/or Facebook. When you do, be sure to include "#rootcause" We'll choose two lucky winners in the next few weeks! So spread the word and be entered to win! [Tweet "When a sleeping woman wakes, mountains move. – Dr. Izabella Wentz"] EPISODE RESOURCES Dr. Izabella Wentz Pharm D. Get Your Free Book Chapter, Thyroid Diet Quick Start Guide And Ten Nutrient Dense Thyroid Friendly Recipes Dr. Izabella Wentz | Facebook Hashimoto's Thyroiditis: Lifestyle Interventions for Finding and Treating the Root Cause Ignite: 3 Simple Steps for re-sparking Your Buried Dreams and Building a Plan That Finally Works Ignite Audio Book Mitch Matthews | Street Team SONIA HUNT | STAY SAFE. LIVE HEALTHY. EAT WELL. CHANDLER BOLT | WRITE AND PUBLISH YOUR BEST SELLER! LISE CARTWRIGHT | $1,000 A MONTH SIDE HUSTLE