The Greatness Machine

In today's episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius chats with Jessica Lawson, a self-taught chef and baker. Food is her creative release and being in the kitchen keeps her centered.  Jessica started a blog to share recipes, favorite gadgets, and products with her friends and family. She's fiercely passionate about good quality ingredients, healthy-ish living, and sharing her original well-tested recipes. You'll discover why you must 'start by starting' and readjust your thinking You'll learn the power of pursuing what you love and are passionate about. You'll also discover tips for organically growing your following. Join Darius and Jessica for this exciting (and delicious!) discussion. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: Start by starting: readjusting your thinking. The power of pursuing what you love. Tips for growing your following, organically. And so much more... Resources: Big Delicious Life website Big Delicious Life Instagram 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 chats with Michelle Loret de Mola, Director of Strategy and Head of Marketing for Jump Associates in San Francisco, as well as an expert at blending clear strategic direction with compelling experiences that drive change.  She has helped a Fortune 500 retailer define its 5-year marketing strategy and partnered with a major record label to define its future growth opportunities.  Michelle has led several of Jump's change management initiatives for clients. Michelle is also a trained chef and has managed restaurants in California's Napa Valley. You'll discover how Michelle became a trained chef, as well as her 'last meal on Earth.' You'll learn why she believes that the antidote for ambiguity is exploration. You'll also discover how you can develop a 'learner mindset' by asking questions.. Join Darius and Michelle for this fascinating conversation. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: How she became a trained chef and her 'last meal on Earth.' Why she believes that the antidote for ambiguity is exploration. How to develop a 'learner mindset' by asking questions. And so much more... Resources: Michelle's LinkedIn Jump Associates 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

Today's edition of The Greatness Machine marks our 100th episode! Darius chats with Amber Vilhauer, an online digital marketing expert who supports authors, speakers and coaches to establish a powerful, integrated online presence that gets results and empowers them to make a difference in their industry. Since starting her agency, NGNG Enterprises (standing for No Guts No Glory) in 2007, she has spent her career impacting her community and building strong strategic alliances with industry leaders and game-changers across the web.  Amber has supported more than one thousand entrepreneurs on six continents to get results. She has been the launch manager behind dozens of #1 bestselling books including those for Mark Victor Hansen, Brendon Burchard, Lisa Nichols and Les Brown. You'll discover which is harder: launching a book or starting a company? You'll learn about a terrifying, yet empowering story from Amber's past. You'll also discover the question you really need to be asking yourself when it comes to goal setting. Join Darius and Amber for this inspiring and uplifting episode, marking 100 such amazing conversations! Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: Which is harder: launching a book or starting a company? A terrifying, yet empowering story from Amber's past. The question you really need to be asking yourself when it comes to goal setting. And so much more... Resources: Amber's Website The Greatness Group The Real Darius Darius Class Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter 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 chats with Jay Wong, CEO of Podcast Your Brand, a marketing company that builds podcasts that generate hundreds of thousands of dollars for their clients. Their market is very fast-growing, and PYB is uniquely positioned to disrupt the entire industry with its unique approach to generating guaranteed ROI for their clients. They've worked with household names like Procter and Gamble and smaller emerging brands, as well as thought leaders and knowledge experts to help rapidly accelerate growth in their category. Jay's agency has been working with franchise companies listed on the Inc 5000 to increase their retention rates of new operators by a minimum of 15%+ as well as increasing their annual sales by an average of 21%. You'll learn what it's like to live in the Golden Age of audio. You'll discover the power of relying on your network. You'll also learn the ins, outs and (real benefits) of podcasting. Join Darius and Jay for this eye-opening and fascinating discussion. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: Living in the Golden Age of audio. The power of relying on your network. The ins and outs of podcasting. And so much more... Resources: The Inner Changemaker Podcast Podcast Your Brand The Greatness Group The Real Darius Darius Class Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter 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 chats with Jim McCormick, Director of Development at the International Skydiving Museum and Hall of Fame, as well as the founder and president of the Research Institute for Risk Intelligence. He's a motivational speaker, author, coach, and consultant, helping organizations and individuals improve performance through intelligent risk-taking and the creation of a culture of innovation.  In 2006, Jim was part of a team of skydivers representing thirty-five countries that successfully established the current world record by creating the largest skydiving formation ever built in the skies above Udon Thani, Thailand. The record was set when 400 skydivers, exited five C-130 Hercules military transports flying at 25,000 feet, and linked together into a precisely designed formation in the colors and patterns of the Thai flag. You'll learn about Jim's record-breaking skydiving experience in Thailand and the insights he gained from that experience. You'll discover how a book on commando training Jim read in grade school got him interested in skydiving.  You'll also learn about our unique relationship with risk and how we perceive it, both individually and as a society. Join Darius and Jim for an inspiring and eye-opening discussion on risk and how it affects our lives and our businesses.  Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: Jim's record-breaking skydiving experience in Thailand. How Jim got interested in skydiving in the first place. Our unique relationship with risk and how we perceive it, individually and as a society. And so much more... Resources: The Research Institute for Risk Intelligence The Greatness Group The Real Darius Darius Class Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter 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 chats with Eddy Perez, founder and CEO of Equity Prime Mortgage and a seasoned professional with experience holding multiple executive level positions.  In 2008, Eddy operated the top producing office for Global Mortgage, Inc. He has personally closed over 3000 loans since entering into the mortgage business. He holds a college degree in Finance, with a concentration in International Corporate Finance from Georgia State University. In this episode, you'll discover some of the challenges that come with running a construction business, and how it's changed over the years. You'll learn the importance of developing the art of active listening and asking great questions. You'll also discover why the best investment you ever make will be in yourself. Join Darius and Eddy for an inspiring and eye-opening discussion on everything from being a first-generation immigrant to realizing that you can't change the world, until you change yourself.  Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: The challenges in running a construction business. Why it's important to develop the art of listening. The importance of investing in yourself. And so much more... Resources: Eddy's LinkedIn Equity Prime Mortgage The Greatness Group The Real Darius Darius Class Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter 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 chats with Cosmic Catalyst, Maverick Mischief-maker and Galactic Goofball Yanik Silver. He's redefining how business is done in the 21st century, and he's doing so at the intersection of evolutionary growth, impact and fun. You'll discover the path Yanik took to becoming an entrepreneur. You'll learn the benefits of removing our attachment to results. You'll also discover how Yanik's Cosmic Journal came into existence. Join Darius and Yanik for this wide-ranging, fun and inspiring discussion on growth and answering the "cosmic alarm clock!" Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: Yanik's path to becoming an entrepreneur. The benefits of removing our attachment to results. How Yanik started his Cosmic Journal. And so much more... Resources: Cosmic Journal The Greatness Group The Real Darius Darius Class Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter 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 chats with Daniel Murphy, a former advertising executive who has worked with Google as well as several opportunities in the startup world. He's the founder of his own companies, Seekr and VendorDB, and was a first-round investor with water brand Liquid Death. Daniel currently leads digital operations at R3SET, a holistic stress management company. You'll learn what it was like to grow up in his mother's Midwest comedy club, and some of the performers he was able to meet before they became stars. You'll discover how he got started as an advertising executive, as well as some revelations about the direction the advertising world is headed. You'll also learn a little about Daniel's newest exciting AI venture. Join Darius and Daniel as they explore the future of advertising and machine learning , and what it was like hanging out with people like Larry the Cable Guy. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: What it was like growing up in his mother's Midwest comedy club, and some of the stars he got to meet before they made it big. How he got started as an advertising executive, as well as his revelation as to the direction the advertising world is headed. Daniel's newest exciting AI venture. And so much more... Resources: Daniel's LinkedIn R3SET The Greatness Group The Real Darius Darius Class Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter 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 chats with Tom Batchelder, sales coach and author of 'Selling 180.' His focus lies in the psychology of sales, negotiations and "the human condition" - why we don't do certain things we know we should do, and do others we know we shouldn't. He helps thoughtful professionals make sustainable changes in how they communicate, how they work, and how they live their life. You'll learn about the benefits of an accountability partner, and how they can help you build positive habits. You'll discover why the scarcity mindset often leads to the worst possible outcome. You'll also learn the types of tools you can use to maintain productivity, preparation, and focus. Join Darius and Tom for this refreshingly honest conversation about selling more... while being yourself. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: Having an accountability partner in order to build positive habits. Why the scarcity mindset is often the beginning of the end! Tools to maintain productivity, preparation, and focus. And so much more... Resources: Tom's LinkedIn Selling 180 The Real Darius The Greatness Group Darius Class Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter 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 chats with Vanya Lazarova, founder and Executive coach at LiveAuthentic Coaching. She partners with CEO's and leadership teams in the startup and VC ecosystems as they scale their culture and organizations.  Using a focus on leadership development, culture and alignment within organizations, Vanya supports her clients to navigate the challenges of fast growth. She also contributes to a variety of media publications, such as Best Self magazine, Conscious Company Media, Conscious Magazine, Thrive Global, Addicted2success, and more. You'll learn about the concept of breath work and how it can positively affect your body and mind. You'll discover the importance of identifying and honoring your values, even when we don't always describe our values in the same way. You'll also learn the power of self-awareness and deeply understanding yourself. Join Darius and Vanya as they explore this exciting subject.  Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: Breath work and how it affects your body and mind in different ways. The importance of identifying and honoring your values. The power of self-awareness and understanding yourself. And so much more... Resources: Vanya's LinkedIn The Greatness Group The Real Darius Darius Class Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Twitter 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