Beyond Your WHY

Meet Damon WestHis WHY is ContributeInterviewed by WHY Institute Founder Dr. Gary Sanchez (Better Way)DAMON WEST, M.S. Criminal Justice, is a motivational speaker and best-selling co-author (with best-selling author and motivational speaker Jon Gordon) of The Coffee Bean: A simple Lesson to Create Positive Change. His first book and autobiography, The Change Agent: How a Former College QB Sentenced to Life in Prison Transformed His World, was published just three years after his release from a Texas maximum-security prison.Sentenced to sixty-five years in a Texas prison, Damon West once had it all. He came from a great family, in a home full of God, love, support, and opportunities to reach any goal. A natural born leader, an athlete with good looks and charm, he appeared to be the all-American kid pursuing his dreams.Underneath this facade, however, was an addict in the early stages of disease. After suffering childhood sexual abuse by a babysitter at the age of nine, Damon began putting chemicals into his body to alter the way he felt.Once he was introduced to methamphetamines, however, he became instantly hooked—and the lives of so many innocent people would forever be changed by the choices he made in order to feed his insatiable meth habit.After a fateful discussion during his incarceration with a seasoned convict, Damon had a spiritual awakening. He learned that, like a coffee bean changing with the application of heat and pressure, he was capable of changing the environment around him. Armed with a program of recovery, a renewed faith, and a miraculous second chance at life, Damon emerged from over seven years of prison a changed man. His story of redemption, grit and determination continues to inspire audiences today.Today, Damon lives a life of recovery and service, going to meetings and sharing his story all over the country with schools, church’s, athletic teams, corporations, conferences and inside correctional facilities. Over the past few years, he has been sharing the Coffee Bean lesson with dozens of college football teams such as Clemson, Alabama, Georgia, and Texas, and countless schools and businesses. His “Be a coffee bean” message has inspired thousands, winning him the Service to Mankind Award in 2017.Professionally, he works as a legal assistant for the Provost Umphrey Law Firm in Beaumont, Texas and is an adjunct professor of criminal justice at the University of Houston Downtown.Damon’s message connects with audiences on a level rarely before seen, as evidenced by the lengthy and thought-provoking Q&A following each presentation. His ability to articulate his story is proof that sometimes they lock-up the right person.Damon’s story has been featured both nationally and globally. His second book, The Coffee Bean, co-authored with best-selling author Jon Gordon, became an instant best-seller. Damon is passionate about the Coffee Bean message, and loves sharing how it changed his life and how it can change yours, too.“It is my hope that my story, my example, can show others they are capable of way more than they think. In order to stem the flow of pain in society, it is incumbent upon each of us, whether in life, in school or in business, to be like the coffee bean from my story.” – Damon WestYou can learn about Damon West on his website, https://damonwest.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Dov BaronHis WHY is Make SenseInterviewed by WHY Institute Founder Dr. Gary Sanchez (Better Way)Dov is a man with a finger on the pulse of the evolving world of NextGen leadership. He is a bestselling author of several books. His latest book is Fiercely Loyal; How High Performing Companies Develop and Retain Top Talent. He is the host of the national (US) TV show “PursuingDeep Greatness with Dov Baron” on ROKU TV, and the host of the Number One Podcast for Fortune 500 Listeners (globally) “Dov Baron’s Leadership and Loyalty Show”.He also writes for and has been featured in many industry magazines including being featured on CNN, CBS Small Business Pulse, SHRM, Yahoo Finance, Boston Globe, Business in Vancouver, USA today, CEO, Entrepreneur and many more.Dov Baron has been speaking internationally for over 30 years. Dov Baron has had the honour of presenting for many esteemed audiences including; US Air Force, The Servant Leadership Institute, The World Business Conference in Tehran The State Department, and The UnitedNations. He is considered by many as a leading authority on Authentic Leadership. Dov is also the founder of Full Monty Leadership and The Authentic Speaker Academy for Leadership, and the global number 1 podcast for fortune 500 leaders entitled: Dov Baron’s Leadership andLoyalty Tips for Executives.Outside of his speaking and training, Dov works privately with multi-disciplinary leaders and executive teams to build the bonds that create organizational cultures that become Fiercely Loyal.Dov Baron is the Secret Weapon for many top leaders. Clients rely on his guidance to grow themselves, their cultures, their companies, deal with crisis and hear advice that they can’t find elsewhere.Dov is a master of human dynamics, understanding what consciously and unconsciously drives of individuals and teams. He has the ability to bond individuals and teams in such a way that they become fiercely loyal. Through his global work he learned from clients and colleagues alike thatmaking decisions is both rational and emotional. Those most at risk of making poor decisions are people who are blind to the factors influencing them. Fortunately, many leaders want to understand their own leadership and improve. These are the leaders that call Dov.Life-Changing Story:In June 1990, while free rock climbing, Dov Baron fell approximately 120 feet and landed on his face. The impact shattered most of the bone structure of his face, disintegrating some of his upper jaw and fracturing his lower jaw in four places. After nine reconstructive surgeries, no external evidence remains of the damage; however, this experience was life-changing.Before the fall, Dov had spent years building a reputation as a dynamic speaker and teacher in the field of personal and professional development, but it wasn’t until years after the fall that he began to see the beauty and elegance of what had really happened – the return to his own CORE –what he calls his ‘Authentic Self’.Today:Today, Dov has been sharing his wisdom and expertise privately and on international stages with professional leaders for more than 30 years. Dov’s influence has created a massive social media platform with over 200,000 followers via Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, iTunes etc.Dov’s “KIllTheKeynote” campaign to change the speaking industry went viral to over 5 million people on social media. He is now speaking for some of Europe’s wealthiest families at Scone Palace, Next-Gen leaders with UnleashWD and the Legacy Show, and top American c-suite leaders for The #CSuite Network.In addition to being an author and a radio host, Dov is also the leading expert on Developing Authentic Leadership and he is the world’s only Corporate Cultural Momentum Strategist, serving top performance individuals, corporations and organizations to generate both exponential growth and fierce loyalty.His passion mixed with humour and ‘get to the point’ no BS style are contagious. Within moments, you will feel a genuine connection with a man who authentically walks his talk. Dov believes that the world needs more leaders who are Authentically committed to living their purpose, standing in their truth, sharing their inner genius, and empowering others to do the same.Dov’s commitment is to take you by the hand and show you why tapping into your Authentic Self is the MOST important key to finding, developing, and retaining your top talent.Want to learn more about Dov?Websitehttp://www.fullmontyleadership.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/DovBaronLeadershipTwitter:https://twitter.com/TheDovBaronLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dovbaron/2 minute Sizzle Reel:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBt1FLmLnvk&feature=youtu.be Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Rob BrusHis WHY is TrustInterviewed by WHY Institute Founder Dr. Gary Sanchez (Better Way)After 10-years in the Australian Defence force in both the Royal Australian Navy and Australian Army, Rob found his entrepreneurial career off to a racing start.The inital business was an electrical contracting company which, as Rob puts it, went from zero to hero in just a couple of months. Rob’s journey into the digital world started around the same time after not being able to afford a website for the business he worked out how to hack one together that sufficed and over time realised that it was a skill that he could develop.Fast foward from 2002 to 2017 and it's been a digital ride (and career) the whole way.More recently, Rob has set up and founded his own podcast, called Go All In. It's all about telling the stories of others and doing whatever it takes to break through and succeed in every aspect of life. Rob will tell you that he absolutely loves what he does because it aligns perfectly to his desire to sit, chat and drink 4 cups of coffee over a really deep conversation.You can find Rob at https://www.goallin.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Jamelle LindoHis WHY is Make SenseInterviewed by WHY Institute Founder Dr. Gary Sanchez (Better Way)Jamelle Lindo is an emotional intelligence leadership coach, trainer and speaker with over 11 years of diverse learning & development experience. In his experience, he has worked with hundreds of leaders, entrepreneurs and other kinds of professionals across Canada to help them level up through the practical application of emotional intelligence and mindfulness strategies. Jamelle is certified in the worlds leading assessment tool for measuring emotional intelligence called EQ-i 2.0 and he uses this to establish a scientifically valid benchmark to begin the development journey.Jamelle is also an official members of the Forbes Coaches Council, an invite-only organization for successful business coaches and has been published several times on Forbes .com for various thought leadership pieces. Ultimately, Jamelle is driven by his mission is to empower leaders and business professionals to realize their highest ideals, leading to fully expressed and optimized human beings, who make the world a better place through thriving businesses.You can find out more about Janelle Lindo on his website, http://www.jamellelindo.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Dr. John IzzoHis WHY is Better WayInterviewed by WHY Institute Founder Dr. Gary Sanchez (Better Way)Dr. John Izzo has been a pioneer on creating successful businesses and emerging work trends for over twenty-five years. Izzo was a pioneer on employee engagement and social responsibility with his book Awakening Corporate Soul (1994), a trail blazer on shifting generational values when he wrote Values Shift-The New Work Ethic (2000), showed how individuals shape the future with Stepping Up (2014) and now blazing a new trail showing business why a rising class of people worldwide will shape the economy of the future with his latest book The Purpose Revolution (2018). This rising class is not one of nationality, income, race or gender but one that aspires to have a good life while doing good.He has spoken to over one million people, advised over 500 companies, authored eight bestselling books and helped some of the world’s most admired companies. Known for his compelling combination of leading edge research, riveting storytelling, practical ideas to make a difference starting now and a keen sense of where the future is going your organization will leave inspired and ready to act. His clients have included IBM, Qantas, the Mayo Clinic, Verizon, RBC, TELUS, Westjet, Humana, Microsoft and McDonalds.You can learn about Dr. John Izzo on his website, https://drjohnizzo.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Sabrina CadiniHer WHY is Make SenseInterviewed by WHY Institute Founder Dr. Gary Sanchez (Better Way)Sabrina Cadini is a Life Coach, Brain Fitness Coach, and Life-Work Balance Strategist who helps busy professionals improve their well-being and productivity without sacrificing precious time for personal life, family, and work.Sabrina started her coaching business in 2015 after experiencing burnout as an event planner a few years before. That frustrating experience inspired Sabrina to take control of her life again by extensively educating herself on the body-mind connection, the psychology of positive thinking, and neuroscience.Since then, she has been using her story and knowledge to empower others, to allow them to rediscover their strengths, and to achieve their goals.Today Sabrina offers a wide range of coaching programs and services - from individual and group coaching to workshops, mastermind groups, and keynote speeches.Her signature Life-Work Balance program focuses on the individual before the businessperson: life comes first, then work can get done.By optimizing the body and brain through proper nutrition, sleep, exercise, self-care, stress management, distraction control, and healthy habits, the results will be optimal well-being, a clear and sharp mind, and a far more productive and efficient daily life thanks to increased energy, positivity, and creativity. This leads to more opportunities for success in her clients’ personal and professional lives.See More from WHY InstituteWant to know more about Sabrina Cadini? Visit her website, https://sabrinacadini.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Colonel Matthew MagnessHis WHY is TrustInterviewed by WHY Institute Founder Dr. Gary Sanchez (Better Way)Colonel Matthew Magness has served over 27 years in the United States Air Force, and is currently the Vice Commander of the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M. The Center’s mission is to independently test and evaluate new capabilities in operationally realistic environments in order to inform warfighters and influence national resource decisions. It is comprised of over 700 military, civilian, and contractor personnel working at various operating test locations across the U.S.Prior to this position, Colonel Magness was the Center’s Director of Operations. Other posts include serving a year in Afghanistan as the 9th Air Expeditionary Task Force Director of Operations, helping lead more than 1,800 special ops airmen and nine squadrons as the Deputy Commander of the 1st Special Operations Group, as well as being the Commander of the 550th Special Operations Squadron where he led and oversaw the flying operations and training of 350 special operations and rescue students annually.Colonel Magness has flown Special Operations C-130s operationally in the United States, Europe and Middle East as well as flying 10 different aircraft throughout his career. He holds Master degrees in Strategic Studies and Military Arts and Science Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Darren VirassammyHis WHY is TrustInterviewed by WHY Institute Founder Dr. Gary Sanchez (Better Way)Darren Virassammy is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of 34 Strong, comprised of a team that believes everyone deserves a great place to work and that any workplace can be great.A leading expert in the global employee engagement community, the 34 Strong team leverages the Strengths-Based approach to human development to create massive shifts within organizations, both culturally and on the bottom line. He and his team have created sustainable change in small microbusinesses, all the way up to large organizational teams at the FDA, Bank of America, and The California Department of Public Health. Recently, Darren has keynoted for Hitachi Global Women’s Conference, The Rotary World Peace Conference, The Professional Grounds Management Society, and Author Mike Michalowicz’ Profit Con. Darren’s 34 Strong Business partner, Brandon Miller is the co-Author (with his wife Analyn Miller) of a Strengths-Based Parenting book titled: Play to Their Strengths, published in July of 2019.Random Fun Facts about Darren:+ He is an electric bassist and closed down Profit Con 2018 by performing a solo bass guitar piece he composed titled Metamorphosis as a tribute to the journey of entrepreneurs.+ He holds a black belt in Kyokushin Karate, a 3rd degree brown belt in Aki-jujitsu and loves training in and teaching Martial arts+ He enjoys daily cold showers, Wim Hof Breathing, and regular cold water plunges (As a result...his wife, kids, and many on his team and others who find this out about him think he is certifiably insane)Want to know more about Darren?34 Strong website34 Strong Blog34 Strong LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Jacqueline SanchezHer WHY is Better WayInterviewed by WHY Institute Founder Dr. Gary Sanchez (Better Way)Jacqueline Sanchez is finishing her junior year at Colorado State University where she is majoring in Interior Architecture, a member of Gamma Phi Sorority, and a student leader in STUMO - an on-campus ministry.  Learning her WHY in Highschool helped her make the challenging decisions that come with trying to decide what school to attend, what major to choose, what activities to join and what career path fits her best.As she learned more about her WHY, she recognized that every decision doesn't have to be perfect...there is still joy and value, no matter what.If what you choose to do is in line with your WHY, you will have passion for what you do. That's where passion comes from.Want to connect with Jacqueline?Her website: https://sanj160.wixsite.com/jsdesignsOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaqq_00/ and https://www.instagram.com/very.barely/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Chris KennyHis WHY is ClarifyInterviewed by WHY Institute Founder Dr. Gary Sanchez (Better Way)Chris Kenny inspires purpose-driven leaders to bring their vision to life by giving them the clarity they need to make great decisions. He is a certified business coach to business and nonprofit executives. For 10 years, Chris was president of a closely-held enterprise and led that company back to profitability during a period of tremendous market uncertainty. As an entrepreneur, he helped launch a successful human resource management company. For over five years he served as the governing body president of a nonprofit charter school.Prior to his business career, Chris practiced business law at two international law firms; he remains licensed to practice law in New Mexico.Chris is a lifelong learner. He received his Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center and his A.B. in Economics (cum laude) from Georgetown University. His additional formal credentials include the following:Certified Business and Non-Profit Coach, Gravitas Impact® Premium Coaches (July 2018 – present)Certified Business and Non-Profit Coach, Gazelles International (October 2013 – June 2018)Certified WHY Institute™ CoachCertified Utility Search Conference™ FacilitatorCertified Implications Wheel™FacilitatorChris lives with his wife and children in Albuquerque, New Mexico.What to connect with Chris Kenny?Main Website: https://stargroupconsulting.comEmail: ckenny@stargroupconsulting.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.