The Greatness Machine

On today's episode of https://therealdarius.com/the-greatness-machine-series/ (The Greatness Machine,) Darius chats with Nik Bhatia, financial researcher, CFA charter holder, and Adjunct Professor of Finance and Business Economics at the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business where he teaches Applied Finance in Fixed Income Securities.  Previously, Nik worked the US Treasuries trading desk for a large institutional asset manager and has extensive trading experience in money markets and interest rate futures.  After starting his teaching career, Nik felt the urge to bring his research on both the international monetary system and Bitcoin together as one to write the book Layered Money: From Gold and Dollars to Bitcoin and Central Bank Digital Currencies. You'll discover some of the primary misconceptions people have about Bitcoin. You'll learn how to think of Bitcoin as a digital version of gold. You'll also discover Bitcoin's current market capitalization. Join Darius and Nik for this fascinating and eye-opening discussion. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: Some of the primary misconceptions people have about Bitcoin. Seeing Bitcoin as a digital version of gold. Bitcoin's current market capitalization. And so much more... Resources: https://www.layeredmoney.com (Layered Money book) https://therealdarius.com (The Real Darius) https://www.facebook.com/therealdariusm/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/whoompdarius/ (Instagram) https://therealdarius.com/YT (YouTube) https://twitter.com/kingdarius (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ (LinkedIn) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of https://therealdarius.com/the-greatness-machine-series/ (The Greatness Machine,) Darius chats with Mike Maddock, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, author and growth strategy coach. He co-founded Maddock Douglas in 1991 and has been actively evolving the business since then, launching businesses, authoring books and countless articles, and delivering keynotes across the country.  Mike inspires the team at Maddock Douglas with his relentless pursuit of what’s next. He has a passion for empowering leaders, helping them find their own entrepreneurial spirit and empowering curiosity. To ensure sustainable growth, he empowers companies by creating agile cultures that will continually innovate. His purpose is to inspire and empower curiosity. You'll discover the value of using intentional language in your communication. You'll learn the importance of seeing possibilities instead of problems. You'll also discover methods and strategies for broadening your business. Join Darius and Mike for this fascinating conversation. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: The value of using intentional language. The importance of seeing possibilities instead of problems. Ways to broaden your business. And so much more... Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/innovationexpert/ (Mike's LinkedIn) https://www.maddockdouglas.com (Maddock Douglas) https://therealdarius.com (The Real Darius) https://www.facebook.com/therealdariusm/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/whoompdarius/ (Instagram) https://therealdarius.com/YT (YouTube) https://twitter.com/kingdarius (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ (LinkedIn) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of https://therealdarius.com/the-greatness-machine-series/ (The Greatness Machine,) Darius chats with Scott Groves, a loan officer, coach, author, public speaker, and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu practitioner and boxer. With almost 20 years of experience, Scott has received multiple awards for his exceptional service, particularly on loan production, customer service satisfaction, and leadership. His long list of experience as a top producing sales professional and leader includes Washington Mutual, New American Funding, and Movement Mortgage. You'll discover the importance of hobbies and trying new things throughout one's life. You'll learn some of Scott's insights into loans and mortgages. You'll also discover The origins of his podcast, On the Edge. Tune in to today’s episode to hear great insights from Darius and Scott. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: The importance of hobbies and trying new things throughout one's life. Scott's insights into loans and mortgages. The origins of his podcast, On The Edge. And so much more... Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Lead-Generate-Days-Double-Your/dp/1732591202/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1SFLLFZ7V6OZU&keywords=Lead+Generate&qid=1644183497&sprefix=lead+gener%2Caps%2C734&sr=8-1 (Lead Generate book) https://www.scottgrovesmortgage.com/scott-groves-mortgage (Scott's website) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-edge-podcast-with-scott-groves/id1550340000 (On The Edge podcast) https://therealdarius.com (The Real Darius) https://www.facebook.com/therealdariusm/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/whoompdarius/ (Instagram) https://therealdarius.com/YT (YouTube ) https://twitter.com/kingdarius (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ (LinkedIn) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of https://therealdarius.com/the-greatness-machine-series/ (The Greatness Machine,) Darius chats with David Siegel, CEO of Meetup.com, where he oversees its global business. Meetup currently has 52 million members, hosts 15,000 events daily, and has events in 193 countries. David also hosts the “Keep Connected” podcast, devoted to the power of community. He is a business leader and expert in building personal and professional communities. You'll discover how Meetup started and how it has impacted communities. You'll learn what happened when WeWork acquired Meetup. You'll also discover the concept of "Decide and Conquer," 44 decisions that will make or break all leaders. Join Darius and David as they discuss the power of professional communities.  Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: How Meetup started and how it has impacted communities. What happened when WeWork acquired Meetup. Decide and conquer: 44 decisions that will make or break all leaders. And so much more... Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmsiegel/ (David's LinkedIn) https://www.meetup.com (Meetup website) https://www.meetup.com/lp/decide-and-conquer-book?_cookie-check=3mI_oClS7xFEe-Q4 (Decide and Conquer book) https://therealdarius.com (The Real Darius) https://www.facebook.com/therealdariusm/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/whoompdarius/ (Instagram) https://therealdarius.com/YT (YouTube ) https://twitter.com/kingdarius (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ (LinkedIn) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode of https://therealdarius.com/the-greatness-machine-series/ (The Greatness Machine,) Darius discusses a top near and dear to his heart - leadership, and the things every leader needs to know in order to be the best leader they can be, no matter their field. You'll discover a little about Darius' background and his long-standing desire to be a leader in all his endeavors. You'll learn the three things that every leader 'owns' in their business. You'll also discover how those three things apply to your business and how you leverage them to your full advantage. Join Darius as he offers his take on leadership, both inside and outside business. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: A little about Darius' background and his long-standing desire to be a leader in all his endeavors. The three things that every leader 'owns' in their business. How those three elements apply to your business and how you leverage them to your full advantage. And so much more... Resources: https://therealdarius.com (The Real Darius) https://www.facebook.com/therealdariusm/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/whoompdarius/ (Instagram) https://therealdarius.com/YT (YouTube) https://twitter.com/kingdarius (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ (LinkedIn) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius chats with Tom Serres, entrepreneur, public speaker, and technology executive. He is the Co-Founder of Animal Ventures, a venture studio and consultancy focused on building startups, educating executives, and designing comprehensive strategies to help large companies, governments, and SMEs take advantage of some of the most advanced technology companies coming into the market. Tom was named one of America’s Most Promising CEO’s under 35 by Forbes Magazine for his work with Rally.org. In June 2012, he made history by raising Rally’s $7.9 million Series A venture capital round — the largest ever — entirely online. You'll discover how Tom achieved his most successful moments with Rally. You'll learn some background into his business and career and how he grew both. You'll also discover fundamentals and insights around cryptocurrency. Join Darius and Tom for this fascinating and wide-ranging discussion. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: How Tom achieved his most successful moments with Rally. Some background into his business and career and how he grew both. Fundamentals and insights on cryptocurrency. And so much more... Resources: https://www.warburgserres.com (WarburgSerres website) https://therealdarius.com (The Real Darius) https://www.facebook.com/therealdariusm/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/whoompdarius/ (Instagram) https://therealdarius.com/YT (YouTube) https://twitter.com/kingdarius (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ (LinkedIn) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In business, failure on some level is inevitable. Whether it be a small stumble or a huge mistake, often the greatest business lessons can be found in those dark moments. In today's episode of https://therealdarius.com/the-greatness-machine-series/ (The Greatness Machine,) Darius shares the story of one of his biggest triumphs, which ultimately led to his biggest failure, and the lessons he learned along the way.  You'll discover the story of Darius' first big success that led to his first really big failure. You'll learn the lessons he took from that failure and how it informed his future decisions.  You'll also discover what it was like to be running a mortgage brokerage during the 2008 collapse. Join Darius as he offers some insights into recovering from failure in your business. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: The story of Darius' first big success that led to his first really big failure. The lessons he took from that failure and how it informed his future decisions. What it was like to be running a mortgage company during the 2008 collapse. And so much more... Resources: https://therealdarius.com (The Real Darius) https://www.facebook.com/therealdariusm/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/whoompdarius/ (Instagram) https://therealdarius.com/YT (YouTube) https://twitter.com/kingdarius (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ (LinkedIn) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of https://therealdarius.com/the-greatness-machine-series/ (The Greatness Machine,) Darius chats with Jason Feifer, Editor in Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, host of the Build for Tomorrow and Problem Solvers podcasts, and the author of Mr. Nice Guy and Build for Tomorrow. He's also worked as Editor of Men's Health, Fast Company, Maxim, and Boston Magazine, and has written about business technology for The Washington Post, Slate, and others.   Jason is best known as the guy who gets you excited for the future. He's passionate about helping people become more resilient in a world of constant change, so they can seize new opportunities before anyone else does.    You'll discover how Jason made the decision about what he wanted to do with his life.   You'll learn the one crucial mistake people make when writing for a publication.   You'll also discover why you need to be bad at something, in order to be good at it.    Join Darius and Jason for this inspiring and eye-opening conversation.    Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: How Jason made the decision about what he wanted to do with his life. The one crucial mistake people make when writing for a publication. Why you need to be bad at something, in order to be good at it.  And so much more...   Resources: https://www.jasonfeifer.com (Jason's website) https://www.jasonfeifer.com (Build for Tomorrow book) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-feifer-b04543a/ (Jason's LinkedIn) https://therealdarius.com (The Real Darius) https://www.facebook.com/therealdariusm/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/whoompdarius/ (Instagram) https://therealdarius.com/YT (YouTube) https://twitter.com/kingdarius (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ (LinkedIn) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius dives deep into a subject close to his heart: core values. From a bucket list item in 2010 that spoke of writing a best-selling book to today, Darius has made incorporating core values into business one of his key pieces of advice for entrepreneurs. But it wasn't always that way... You'll discover a little about his book, The Core Value Equation, and its origin in a bucket list he created in 2010. You'll learn why he felt he needed to write it and why core values are so important to him. You'll also discover Darius' struggles incorporating core values in the early days of his business, and what he's learned since. Join Darius as he discusses the power of core values and the benefits that can bring to your personal and professional life. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: A little about his book, The Core Value Equation, and its origin in a bucket list he created in 2010. Why Darius felt he needed to write it and why core values are so important to him. His struggles incorporating core values in the early days of his business, and what he's learned since. And so much more... Resources: https://therealdarius.com/book-order/ (The Core Value Equation book) https://therealdarius.com (The Real Darius) https://www.facebook.com/therealdariusm/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/whoompdarius/ (Instagram) https://therealdarius.com/YT (YouTube) https://twitter.com/kingdarius (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ (LinkedIn) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of https://therealdarius.com/the-greatness-machine-series/ (The Greatness Machine,) Darius chats with Cat Hoke, founder of the Prison Entrepreneurship Program and Defy Ventures, entrepreneur, author and speaker. As a Brazilian jiu-jitsu fighter, Cat mastered the art of “breakfall:” how to prevent injury when you get taken down. Cat works with gang leaders in the most notorious prisons, leading gang intervention programs. Her Hustle 2.0 initiative reduces crime, violence, and recidivism by providing evidence-based rehabilitation programs that equip incarcerated people with the tools to transform their lives by changing their thoughts and behaviors. You'll discover how Cat started wrestling at a young age, and ended up as the only girl on the team. You'll learn what you can learn working with incarcerated people. You'll also discover details of Cat's Hustle 2.0 program. Join Darius and Cat for this fascinating and inspiring conversation. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: How Cat started wrestling at a young age, and ended up as the only girl on the team. What you can learn working with incarcerated people. Details on the Hustle 2.0 initiative. And so much more... Resources: https://www.cathoke.com (Cat's website) Cat's email https://therealdarius.com (The Real Darius) https://www.facebook.com/therealdariusm/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/whoompdarius/ (Instagram) https://therealdarius.com/YT (YouTube) https://twitter.com/kingdarius (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ (LinkedIn) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices