
The Elite Performance Podcast
Ex Israeli Special Forces, undercover agent and BJJ black belt, Itamar Marani, shares the actionable tactics to Elite Performance he’s honed from coaching 100+ 7-9 figure entrepreneurs and being mentored by The Mossad’s top performance psychologist.
No motivational rah rah or biohacking nonsense, just clear systems to get clarity, uncover your blindspots and confidently execute at an elite level.
Latest episodes

Jun 18, 2024 • 45min
Hypnosis, Championship Poker and Winning the Inner Game W/ Elliot Roe | Elite Performance Podcast #53
In today's episode, I'm joined by Elliot Roe, a mindset expert and the author of the new book, "A-Game Poker: Master The Mental Game, Create A Winning Mindset, & Dominate The Modern Poker Game."This episode delves into topics that go beyond poker. It features a spirited 'sparring session' where Elliot and I exchange ideas on optimizing mental performance to help you achieve the best results possible.If you feel like you have a strategy that you know what you should be doing, but you're not able to implement it at times, this episode is for you.Key topics covered:Role of a Mindset Coach in High PerformanceUsing Hypnotherapy to Manage Emotional ResponsesImpact of Childhood Experiences on Adult BehaviorsVisualization Techniques for Overcoming ChallengesAddressing Severe Trauma and PTSD with HypnotherapyTo learn more about Elliot and what he does go to: https://primedmind.com/Elliot’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Game-Poker-Winning-Mindset-Dominate-ebook/dp/B0CQ6FN391 *If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

Jun 4, 2024 • 26min
Overcoming Procrastination And Anxiety To Build A Bigger Business | Coaching Series #6
Explore the journey of overcoming procrastination and anxiety while transitioning in business. The discussion highlights how embracing change can lead to positive client interactions. Learn about the critical balance between energy and time management, and how mental clarity can propel personal growth. Discover tactical steps for evolving an online presence while leveraging past experiences as learning tools. The conversation inspires listeners to transform their mindset and confront challenges as opportunities for growth.

May 21, 2024 • 47min
“I Can Do Things Regardless of How I Feel” W/Ry Hickey | Elite Performance Podcast #51
If you find yourself setting big goals but then procrastinating or backtracking to something smaller today’s episode is for you.In today’s episode Coach Ry Hickey, joins us to share how he 2X’ed his business and went from despair to taking consistent action and going into an upward “success cycle” Topics covered:What helped him 2x the businessIs having a big world-changing WHY a performance killer?What enabled him to do things regardless of how he feels (and why it’s a complete game changer)Itamar opens up about his experience with victimhoodTo connect with Ry go to: https://www.instagram.com/coach_ryhickey/*If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

May 7, 2024 • 1h 55min
Episode 50 AMA! | Elite Performance Podcast #50
To celebrate 50 podcast episodes we asked for questions from the audience. They ranged from performance to fitting into the current world we live in and I tried to answer them as best I could.Expect to have questions answered around masculine vs. feminine thinking and “toxic masculinity”, my main learnings as a coach so far, my coaching origin story, and thoughts on if it’s “okay to be pretty happy making good money and living a nice comfortable life or is the only valid path to live to relentlessly pursue material goods and wealth?”Thank you to everyone for the support so far and please share it with a friend who’s driven, but is holding themselves back from being a true elite performer. It would mean a ton to me.*Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Get the complete nothing held back Military Grade Mindset Course: https://itamarmarani.com/military-grade-mindset-course/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

Apr 9, 2024 • 43min
Scaling From 3 to 20 Franchises Without Losing Lifestyle Freedom W/Neel Parekh | Elite Performance Podcast #49
If you feel stuck between wanting to grow your business and not wanting to sacrifice the lifestyle and freedom you’ve gotten yourself, this is for you.In today’s episode Neel Parekh, the founder of MaidThis, joins to talk about how he scaled from 3 franchises to 20 while actually having more lifestyle freedom. He broke down why he hesitated to grow the business and what mental blocks he had to clear in order to almost 7x his business in 2 years.Topics covered:What helped him add more than a million in revenue Why wanting external freedom can actually make you feel trappedUsing different methods to work around paying a price you don’t want toTo connect with Neel on Twitter go: https://twitter.com/NeelBParekhIf you feel stuck and want to scale without sacrificing the lifestyle and freedom you’ve already earned, apply to The Arena here: www.ItamarMarani.com/Apply*Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

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Mar 26, 2024 • 37min
Billionaire’s Top 3 Money Mindset Mistakes Exposed by His Head of Security | Elite Performance Podcast #48
In this engaging discussion, the head of security for a billionaire shares vital insights gained from years on the job. He reveals the three biggest money mindset mistakes that can undermine success, such as misinterpreting relationships and the elusive nature of wealth. The conversation dives into how the wealthy often confuse material success with genuine happiness and fulfillment. With candid anecdotes, he emphasizes the importance of emotional connections and self-awareness, offering a compelling perspective on balancing wealth with well-being.

Mar 12, 2024 • 40min
3Xing Your Business and Going from Sleeper to Winner W/Kevin Miller | Elite Performance Podcast #47
In today’s episode Kevin Miller joins us to share his story of going from buying businesses that were on growth trajectories and seeing them falter to 3Xing his current business and putting it into a 10x trajectory on top of that.We cover the 5 part framework that enabled him to find more business success, but also what allowed him to show up in a better way for his girlfriend, family and most importantly himself.Topics covered:His unique process to make things that used to seem really hard less difficult.The difference between people who don’t like where they are vs. those who are willing to do something about itWhat gave him permission to change and to get helpThe “Bacon people”Creating an environment where the baseline is higher than your old peakTo connect with Kevin:https://kevinmiller.info *To apply to the Arena Mindset Accelerator: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/courseSign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

Feb 27, 2024 • 1h 5min
The Top 10 “Money Stories” that Hold Entrepreneurs Back W/Mike Brown | Elite Performance Podcast #46
Mike Brown, a former F-18 pilot and entrepreneur with an 8 figure exit, turned wealth advisor joins us to talk money stories and why entrepreneurs hold themselves back from true financial success.In this gem of an episode we cover:Why we only allow ourselves to be as successful as we feel we deserve & what to do about itThe 10 money stories that cause subconscious interferenceOffensive trait vs defensive traitWe also cover money stories of billionaires that Mike and I know and a framework to uncover what money story is holding you back.To learn more about Mike and his Unbreakable Wealth system:Social: https://www.instagram.com/mbrown.co/Unbreakable Wealth Newsletter: https://unbreakablewealth.com/newsletter/Unbreakable Wealth Application: https://unbreakablewealth.com/application/ *To apply to the Arena Mindset Accelerator: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/courseSign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

Feb 15, 2024 • 48min
How Our Wants Make Us Stupid & Why We Rebranded the Pod | Elite Performance Podcast #45
Delve into the pitfalls of emotional investment in entrepreneurship and why it often leads to poor decision-making. Discover strategies to recognize and overcome biases, ensuring more informed choices. The discussions on the importance of vulnerability for personal growth and the balance between branding and actual business success add depth to the insights. The hosts also reflect on their rebranding journey and the necessity of aligning with audience insights for effective strategies. Perfect for those navigating the rocky terrain of business!

Oct 13, 2023 • 1h 11min
AMA - War, Winning and Clear Thinking in Dark Times - The Hammas Terror Attacks in Israel | Elite Performance Podcast #37
Itamar’s personal account of the unprecedented situation in Israel, the Hammas terror attacks against innocent civilians and his frameworks on maintaining a winning mindset during crisis, chaos and dark times. The difference between acute and chronic stress and how to handle each How to be useful during times of crisis How to effectively support and communicate with those affected by crisis + a template Links for Donations. These organizations have been vetted for legitimacy. JGive - National Emergency Fund to Aid War Victims - All donations to JGive are Article 46 tax-deductibleEntrepreneurs United for EO Israel - Jewish National Fund USA