The Primed Mind Podcast

How much faster could you make progress in your career or business if you had the opportunity to focus on only your highest-leverage and most enjoyable tasks?  In this episode, SEO expert, digital strategist, and serial entrepreneur Nick Eubanks talks about the freedom he gained by handing over the CEO title. After his business started to plateau, Nick realized he could better serve his company by releasing control and focusing on his strengths of growth marketing and developing new ideas.  In early 2020, he hired a CEO to free up his time and mental energy to focus on his strengths and talents. Listen to this episode to hear Nick’s wisdom and insight on business leadership, along with helpful tips on funneling more traffic to your website. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

In a world of lockdowns, isolation, and remote work, communication skills are more important than ever. Whether it's communicating with your team or catching up with friends and family, virtual spaces are where connection happens in today's world.  While this may feel like a massive shift, the principles of good communication stay the same.  It’s not just what you say but how you say it with tone and body language. Zoom calls are here to stay, so we invited Blake Eastman of The Nonverbal Group to share some tips and tricks to get you on the path to better video calls. Struggling to keep your employees engaged in your virtual meetings? Don’t be a snooze fest! Check out this episode for some insight into where you might be going wrong—and how to fix it. Blake and his team are the experts on body language, especially when it comes to business. Not only does The Nonverbal Group research what makes great communication, but Blake coaches executives and business owners on how to make theirs better. Listen to this episode to learn more. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

It doesn’t matter where you come from, what your family is like, nor the circumstances you find yourself in today—you are absolutely capable of climbing your personal mountains. In this episode of the Primed Mind Podcast, David Shurna of No Barriers shares how you can break through and find purpose and strength, no matter what you’ve been through. No Barriers is a nonprofit organization which empowers people to redefine life after adversity and trauma through a combination of a six-month online course and challenging outdoor expeditions, like kayaking the Grand Canyon or climbing the tallest mountain peaks. Through their work at No Barriers, David and his team given new hope to disabled veterans, who defy all odds and rediscover purpose, community, and vision for their lives. They also empower others who have been through traumatic events, and they equip teens and their teachers to handle the challenges life brings. Struggle and hardship are universal in the human experience—how do you respond to it? Do you allow your past to limit you? Let this episode inspire you to break through! Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode  

You’ve probably seen the flashy clips of stuntmen doing crazy jumps, but maybe you’ve never heard of the martial arts side of parkour. It’s not just about showing off… In fact, parkour is incredibly challenging, both physically and mentally. It tests your knowledge of self. It builds confidence. And it teaches you to trust in your abilities. In this episode, long-time parkour trainer Matthew Barnes talks about developing his mental fortitude through parkour, bringing these mindset skills to business, and taking big entrepreneurial leaps. Not only has Matt challenged himself with backflips and running jumps, but he’s also built LAEF (Local Agriculture Expansion Foundation) with his wife to connect small farms with local consumers and cut down on their costs for marketing and payment processing. How do you know when to take risks? Matt says it’s all about dancing on the edge of your mental limits while staying well within your physical ones. Listen to this episode to learn more! Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode  

Do you struggle with sleep? You won’t want to miss this episode of the Primed Mind Podcast. When it comes to high performance, quality sleep is perhaps the most crucial component to your day-to-day success. Everyone knows that not getting enough of it drains your cognitive functions, your energy levels, and your health… But knowing facts isn’t enough! Due to lifestyle habits of modern living, many people find quality sleep to be elusive. What’s the secret to a good night’s rest? Well, there are a lot of ingredients that go into making a solid sleep schedule… And the good news is that sleep is a skill you can learn! Our guest for this episode is Mollie McGlocklin, founder of Sleep Is A Skill, a company that teaches people how to get to sleep, stay asleep, and wake up ready for high performance, using a combination of behavioral changes, accountability, and technology. You, too, can learn how to get a good night’s sleep! Inside this episode, Mollie shares some practical tips and tools you can start using today to improve the quality and quantity of your rest. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

Start Your Free 7-Day Trial Of Primed Mind Plus Alone on a stage with a mic in hand, all eyes on you—how do you perform? Lars Callieou, a 17-year veteran stand-up comedian who has been featured on stages in 25 different countries, has a lot of insights to share about being a high-performer.  In this episode, he reveals how he handles the pressure to perform, dealing with hecklers, and learning the most valuable insights from his worst performances. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

Click Here To Enroll In John Assaraf's Free Brain-A-Thon Live This Saturday, November 14th It’s easy to set a goal… But what does it take to make it reality? Most people struggle to get out of the wishing and wanting stage—what’s holding them back? See, goal setting and action taking happen in two completely different parts of the brain… To bring them together, working in harmony towards your goals, you’ve got to upgrade the operating system that runs your biocomputer. And the key is in your subconscious habits. The good news is you can reprogram your operating system through awareness, intention, and action! In this episode, bestselling author John Assaraf shares strategies for making your dreams your reality. Not only is John an expert on self-development, but he brings together world-renowned researchers for the annual Brain-A-Thon event to share the latest in tools, techniques, and conversations in neuroscience and neuropsychology. Listen to this episode to learn more! Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

Fedor Holz may have retired from playing poker full time, but that doesn’t mean he’s been sitting on his hands… Over one weekend this past summer, Fedor scored over $2 million in online tournament wins, and he’s been exploring his other passions in life, like coaching clients and building businesses. In fact, Fedor is the cofounder for Primed Mind, and we’ve got some exciting content in the works for the Primed Mind community! In this episode, Fedor talks about doing what you love, how it can evolve and shift over time, and what it means to journey down the path of least friction… Where do you feel the most flow in your life? Follow that to find fulfillment. Listen to this episode to learn more! Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode.  

From piloting fighter jets in the highest level of the Navy to exiting the multimillion-dollar oil and gas company he built, Mike Brown shines as a high achiever. But after ticking all the boxes of accomplishment and still feeling empty inside, he realized he needed to give more meaning to his life than wins… In this episode, Mike reflects on his journey to find significance in self-acceptance, self-love, and fulfilling relationships with the people that matter to him most. He shares how he applied his military training to business decisions and created wealth for himself and his family, along with some tips for exiting your company at the right time. These days? Well, Mike is slowing it down and enjoying the ride. He is growing as a father. He’s taking the time to do the things he loves doing. He doesn’t know what his ‘next big thing’ will be… But he’s OK with that, too. Listen to this episode to hear Mike’s story. Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode

What does it take to raise kids for a rapidly changing future world? Katie Wells, founder of Wellness Mama, joins me in this episode to talk about building her kids’ education from the ground up. The sad reality is that the public school system hasn’t changed much in the last hundred years—so is it really prepping our children for a successful future? Forget test taking. Ditch the grading system. Finish all schoolwork in the morning and let them be free to play creatively all afternoon. These are some of Katie’s fresh ideas on raising her six children into capable, confident, and entrepreneurial adults. In this episode, Katie shares her framework for homeschooling her kids, how to encourage critical thinking and creative skills, cheap ways to keep your kids healthy, and managing your family like a business. Catch this episode to hear the conversation! Click here to get the full show notes and resources from this week's episode