Mojo for the Modern Man

Dan Doty, a men's coach from Jamestown, shares his transformative journeys from wilderness experiences to shamanic ceremonies in England and Ecuador. He reflects on a van ride in Ecuador that inspired him to embrace adventure and break free from societal expectations. Dan's off-grid experience for 21 days further shaped his work and personal growth, setting the stage for future episodes.

David Goldsmith joins us once again, and we kick off the conversation by touching on the transformative properties of coaching, specifically through open-hearted connection and honesty. We share stories from our experiences as coaches, and David leaves a breadcrumb trail of wisdom throughout the conversation, and before we wrap up Act 2, shares some of the best advice for anyone considering coaching – bring it all to the table, seek challenge, and be ready to work. One of the founders of the coaching profession, David worked closely with Thomas Leonard, served as the first president of Coach U and later went on to lead CoachInc.com. He trained the first Japanese coaches, wrote the Dear Coach column for the Sunday London Times and co-founded the Foundation of Coaching which later became the Institute of Coaching at Harvard.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-goldsmith-14856/Website: https://www.7pathsforward.com/

David Goldsmith shares his story of growing up in the suburbs of New York City, alongside a plethora of interesting, intelligent and important people who helped shape the fabric of his community. He talks about his inability to fit in during High School, not really ever identifying with one particular group - likely fueled by a desire to grow up quickly - and the impact of connecting with people throughout his career, ultimately leading him towards work that he was born to do. David closes Act 1 by dissecting the type of people who are built for coaching, and how this emerging industry has allowed people like him to give something back to the world.One of the founders of the coaching profession, David worked closely with Thomas Leonard, served as the first president of Coach U and later went on to lead CoachInc.com. He trained the first Japanese coaches, wrote the Dear Coach column for the Sunday London Times and co-founded the Foundation of Coaching which later became the Institute of Coaching at Harvard.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-goldsmith-14856/Website: https://www.7pathsforward.com/

James Ferrigno and I delve into the impact of societal constructs on men's emotional health in Act 2. We talk about how women have more emotional support than men, and how this can lead to men suppressing their emotions and experiencing shame, while also touching on how this shame can affect every aspect of men's lives, from relationships to career choices. We also discuss ways to address that shame, allowing emotions to come up with curiosity, and the importance of letting people and things be. James' Bio:When I was young I could not even speak to a woman. In high school there were times I literally could not open my mouth and say a single word to an attractive woman.  This led to some very painful and traumatizing experiences if the women merely asking me a simple question.  The fact that I could not speak generally made women angry because they thought I was refusing to speak to them. When I was an adult things got gradually better but I certainly had no game at all.  I was the quintessential nice guy trying to please women and make them happy so they would be nice to me.  Eventually I decided I could not take any more of this and started to read books and watch Youtube videos. Eventually I found a coach and another coach and they taught me how to attract the women I wanted.  Soon I did not have enough time to date all the women I could if I wanted to. Now I help men attract the quality women they desire without lines, routines and dating apps. I guide men to connect with their true selves so they can become successful in dating and relationships and all other aspects of their lives. He teaches clients practical techniques to learn to uncover and begin to feel their emotions that are buried beneath the surface so they can engage authentically with themselves and others. I also earned a Masters degree in Intuition Medicine (my third MA), as well as, have extensive training in sexuality, and relationship skills including, Kinesthetic, Tantric, Kink, STI, holding space, energetic connection, emotional release, NLP, HAI Level 9 and active listening.--James FerrignoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-ferrigno-619145252/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authenticlife9/FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/theauthenticlife9

In this episode, we chat with James Ferrigno, a man whose upstate New York childhood left him with a love of nature. Growing up, he spent his childhood exploring the woods and building tree forts, however, after a traumatic experience, James became more withdrawn, seeking refuge in the works of Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and the rest of the fantasy giants. We discuss James' journey and he finishes up Act 1 by discussing how he learned to appreciate his past struggles and find strength in his weaknesses.James' Bio:When I was young I could not even speak to a woman. In high school there were times I literally could not open my mouth and say a single word to an attractive woman.  This led to some very painful and traumatizing experiences if the women merely asking me a simple question.  The fact that I could not speak generally made women angry because they thought I was refusing to speak to them. When I was an adult things got gradually better but I certainly had no game at all.  I was the quintessential nice guy trying to please women and make them happy so they would be nice to me.  Eventually I decided I could not take any more of this and started to read books and watch Youtube videos. Eventually I found a coach and another coach and they taught me how to attract the women I wanted.  Soon I did not have enough time to date all the women I could if I wanted to. Now I help men attract the quality women they desire without lines, routines and dating apps. I guide men to connect with their true selves so they can become successful in dating and relationships and all other aspects of their lives. He teaches clients practical techniques to learn to uncover and begin to feel their emotions that are buried beneath the surface so they can engage authentically with themselves and others. I also earned a Masters degree in Intuition Medicine (my third MA), as well as, have extensive training in sexuality, and relationship skills including, Kinesthetic, Tantric, Kink, STI, holding space, energetic connection, emotional release, NLP, HAI Level 9 and active listening.--James FerrignoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-ferrigno-619145252/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authenticlife9/FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/theauthenticlife9

Join us as Alan Heymann, carrying momentum from Act 1, leaps right into the importance of failure and the lessons it serves up. He shares a wizened view of failure, posing a simple question: What’s the worst that can happen? Alan reminds us that the potential to learn is hidden within every endeavor, so long as you have the tenacity and courage to try, trust the process, and remain mindful. He leaves us with a message of curiosity and its importance, reminding us that even when we’re feeling stuck or lost, the answer to our path forward may lie in a simple change of perspective.Alan Heymann, JD, PCC (he/him) has a knack for coaching fellow introverts, helping them find their superpowers in an extroverted world. Alan also specializes in coaching through transitions — such as the transition from individual contributor to leader, the transition into a larger and more complex role, or the transition into a different career. He brings a warm, open and energetic presence to his coaching clients. To date, Alan has coached leaders who were born in 26 countries and work on 5 continents. His clients have spanned corporations (including the Fortune 50), nonprofit organizations,public utilities, federal, county and municipal governments.Alan is the author of the book Don’t Just Have the Soup: 52 Analogies forLeadership, Coaching and Life. An expert communicator and engaging speaker, he spent more than two decades in public, government and nonprofit communications -- leading teams from 2 to more than 100 people who use words and images to inspire positive change in society. Inspired by a career transformation he brought about with the support of an executive coach, Alan decided to become a coachhimself. He founded Peaceful Direction in April 2019.From 2015-19 and 2010-13, Alan served as an executive leader at DC Water. He was most recently the founding president of the utility’s nonprofit spinoff, Blue Drop. In his first tour of duty, he was chief of external affairs, leading the effort to rebrand DC Water and reconnect with a skeptical public. Alan was previously Vice President of Communications for The Humane Society of the United States. He also held various roles in the Government of the District of Columbia, including agency public information officer, mayoral speechwriter and legislative staffer. Earlier in his career, Alan was a television reporter, producer and anchor in his native Illinois.Alan is a member of the Barker Adoption Foundation Board of Trustees. He’s followed a plant-based diet since 2002, enjoys running half-marathons and lives with his family outside Washington, DC. He is the son and parent of immigrants to the United States.Education: Executive Certificate in Leadership Coaching (Georgetown University) Juris Doctorate (The George Washington University Law School) Bachelor of Science in Journalism (Northwestern University)Certifications: Hogan Assessments, Leadership Circle Profile 360, Designing Your Life, Everything DiSCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanheymann/Website: https://www.peacefuldirection.com/

In this episode, Alan Heymann takes us on a beautiful journey, recounting the quiet Midwestern childhood that shaped his introverted personality. A child of an immigrant family with a love for travel, Alan was shaped by art, history and an exposure to ancient sites and cultures, which ultimately transformed his worldview. We discuss a lifelong thought-experiment on mortality, and how his philosophical disposition affirmed the importance of mindfulness, the beauty of history and the creative spirit of man. He ends Act 1 with sage advice: the first step in becoming good at something is accepting that we will be bad at it in the beginning.Alan Heymann, JD, PCC (he/him) has a knack for coaching fellow introverts,helping them find their superpowers in an extroverted world. Alan alsospecializes in coaching through transitions — such as the transition fromindividual contributor to leader, the transition into a larger and more complexrole, or the transition into a different career. He brings a warm, open andenergetic presence to his coaching clients. To date, Alan has coached leaderswho were born in 26 countries and work on 5 continents. His clients havespanned corporations (including the Fortune 50), nonprofit organizations,public utilities, federal, county and municipal governments.Alan is the author of the book Don’t Just Have the Soup: 52 Analogies forLeadership, Coaching and Life. An expert communicator and engaging speaker, he spent more than two decades in public, government and nonprofit communications -- leading teams from 2 to more than 100 people who use words and images to inspire positive change in society. Inspired by a career transformation he brought about with the support of an executive coach, Alan decided to become a coachhimself. He founded Peaceful Direction in April 2019.From 2015-19 and 2010-13, Alan served as an executive leader at DC Water. He was most recently the founding president of the utility’s nonprofit spinoff, Blue Drop. In his first tour of duty, he was chief of external affairs, leading the effort to rebrand DC Water and reconnect with a skeptical public. Alan was previously Vice President of Communications for The Humane Society of the United States. He also held various roles in the Government of the District of Columbia, including agency public information officer, mayoral speechwriter and legislative staffer. Earlier in his career, Alan was a television reporter, producer and anchor in his native Illinois.Alan is a member of the Barker Adoption Foundation Board of Trustees. He’s followed a plant-based diet since 2002, enjoys running half-marathons and lives with his family outside Washington, DC. He is the son and parent of immigrants to the United States.Education: Executive Certificate in Leadership Coaching (Georgetown University) Juris Doctorate (The George Washington University Law School) Bachelor of Science in Journalism (Northwestern University)Certifications: Hogan Assessments, Leadership Circle Profile 360, Designing Your Life, Everything DiSCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanheymann/Website: https://www.peacefuldirection.com/

Ed Hisscock returns to continue our conversation, beginning with the ways his life was transformed following his TIA experience, how that moment changed the way he interacted with the world. We speak about finding purpose and how, when paid attention to, it positively impacts our relationships, careers, and just about every other aspect of life!Ed leaves us with some wise words guiding us toward reflection, and highlights the importance of challenge.  He reminds us that weaving reflection and challenge together helps form a strong fabric, creating a formula for a well-lived life in which we get to find out exactly who we are… so we can better share ourselves with the world.Ed Hisscock is a Healthcare Supply Chain Practitioner. Ed has spent over 25 years serving in the supply chain and IT disciplines with fortune 50 companies, healthcare supplier and healthcare provider organizations. Ed has founded two healthcare companies and personally served over 100 healthcare provider organizations in the US and Europe. Ed is the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Trinity Health, a leading catholic healthcare ministry. Ed holds an Engineering degree in Electronics, a Bachelors degree in Behavioral Science, and a Master's degree in Supply Chain from Michigan State University.

Ed Hisscock muses about his childhood in the small town of Lupton, Michigan. He shares stories of his introspective youth, the challenges of growing up in a place where everyone knows your business, and the day a TIA - a “mini” stroke - changed the trajectory of his life - at the tender age of 25.Ed reflects on his brush with mortality, the impact it had on his decision-making, and how it served as a catalyst to open him to different, clear directions, and to new levels of inner peace.Ed Hisscock is a Healthcare Supply Chain Practitioner. Ed has spent over 25 years serving in the supply chain and IT disciplines with fortune 50 companies, healthcare supplier and healthcare provider organizations. Ed has founded two healthcare companies and personally served over 100 healthcare provider organizations in the US and Europe. Ed is the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Trinity Health, a leading catholic healthcare ministry. Ed holds an Engineering degree in Electronics, a Bachelors degree in Behavioral Science, and a Master's degree in Supply Chain from Michigan State University.

George Stoimenov continues our discussion about healing the inner child - and shares his journey of self-acceptance in the wake of becoming a father. He speaks about the impact of anger on his behavior, coloring his perception of the world, stifling the intimate connection that his children needed from their dad. We dig into the power of expression, the scars of trauma, the importance of forgiveness, and George gifts us with powerful words on the recovery of innocence. He reminds us that anyone who finds themselves living with deep seated anger has the strength to change, that there is nothing forcing us to settle for a compromised version of ourselves.George Stoimenov is the facilitator and developer of 'Life Training for Men' — 'inner integration training' for men who want to improve the quality of their relationships — with others and with themselves.  This training is designed to enable men to tap into hidden inner resources within themselves and develop ways of channeling and embodying them in an all-encompassing, holistic, way — in the body as well as the mind; in the emotions as well as the spirit.George also runs group retreats for organisations and men's groups.  He is the founder of Men's Corner — an online library for men which contains a fast-growing collection of knowledge for men, created with one objective in mind — men and their ability to live lives of purpose, integrity and meaning.  Since 2011, George Stoimenov has has worked with men from various backgrounds: he has provided coaching to business and charity directors, pastors and church leaders, community project managers and men's group leaders; he has also worked in a number of local organisations, supporting young offenders, substance-abuse victims, mental health patients and asylum seekers; he has worked with sex-offenders and people at risk from suicide.  He is a qualified coach and mentor, published writer, speaker and podcaster in the field of men's work, men's inner health and wellbeing.  Apart from his work in the UK, George has done work with men in Zambia, South Africa, and his native Bulgaria.  George Stoimenov and his family live in Eastbourne, East Sussex.https://www.menscorner.co.uk/https://www.trainingformen.co.ukFind George on LinkedIn