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SearchTires.com The World's First Tire Price Comparison Search Engine Searchtires.com About the Guest(s): Timothy Shaffer is the CEO and Co-founder of searchtires.com. With over three decades of experience in the tire industry, he is a dynamic sales and operations expert. Timothy is a visionary leader who spearheaded searchtires.com to empower consumers with transparent and competitive tire pricing. He has had an illustrious career, holding titles such as President and CEO, and has a wealth of knowledge in operations. Episode Summary: Welcome to another episode of The Chris Voss Show, where host Chris Voss brings on the most intelligent and influential guests to expand your mind. In this episode, Chris interviews Timothy Shaffer, the CEO and Co-founder of searchtires.com. Timothy shares his journey of creating the world's first tire price comparison search engine and how it is revolutionizing the way people buy tires. He explains how searchtires.com matches consumers with the best tire prices from local retailers, saving them time and money. Timothy also emphasizes the importance of supporting local businesses and shares cost-effective tips for tire replacement and maintenance. Key topics discussed in this episode include the inspiration behind searchtires.com, the challenges faced during the company's early stages, the benefits of using the platform, and future expansion plans. Timothy's passion for helping consumers and local brick-and-mortar retailers shines through as he shares his insights and experiences in the tire industry. Key Takeaways: searchtires.com is the world's first tire price comparison search engine, empowering consumers with transparent and competitive tire pricing. The platform matches consumers with the best tire prices from local retailers, saving them time and money. Searchtires.com helps communities thrive and supports local businesses by supporting local brick-and-mortar retailers. Proper tire maintenance, such as checking air pressure, regular rotations, and alignments, can extend tires' lifespans and save money in the long run. Searchtires.com plans to expand to other countries, such as Canada, Australia, and the UK. Notable Quotes: "We're like an online dating service for tires. We don't sell anything. We just match the tire you're looking for to the retailer." - Timothy Shaffer "Tires ain't pretty, but it's a $58.8 billion market. No one has thought about how to help people find the best deal on tires in their area." - Timothy Shaffer "Success can be defined in different ways, but for me, if I walk out my front door and start a '69 Z28 Camaro and hear that motor hum, that's beautiful." - Timothy Shaffer

Life Crafting: A Master's Journal by Charles Paul Collins Charlespaulcollins.com Charles Collins has spent more than three decades researching the world of traditional workshops, and their pursuit of high-quality craftsmanship as the guiding force in their work, and as a model for crafting a masterpiece of our own lives. In Life Crafting: A Master's Journal, the newest book in the Life Crafting collection, Charles has condensed the lessons from this ancient way of working into a simple, easy to follow framework that anyone can apply to guide and improve our personal lives, and the work we do in our trades, occupations and professions. Life Crafting: A Master's Journal scheduled for completion in 2024, is the companion guide to 'Your Life Curriculum' the first book in the Life Crafting collection released in 2012. 'Your Life Curriculum' - will help you organize everything you have and will learn in your lifetime, into five master categories called the Five Elements: Family and Personal Heritage Family and Household Management Family and Personal Finance The Human Being Tools for Living It's like having the master library of your life at your fingertips. "What You Learn, Makes You Who You Are". Major chapters in Charles' professional career include working in the international trade finance organization of a major London bank and managing international strategic alliances for a number of leading internet technology companies. He is the developer of the Polaris Performance Framework™, a business performance and operational excellence structure used to align individuals and teams with organizational goals and performance measures. Charles holds a B.S. in Speech from Emerson College where as an undergraduate, he also taught two full credit courses: Philosophy of Religion, and Religion in Eastern Culture. His continuing education includes certifications in Foundations of Intercultural Research from Georgetown University, The Value and Limits of Self Knowledge from the University of Edinburgh, and Finding Purpose and Meaning in Life, from the University of Michigan.

Tripped: Nazi Germany, the CIA, and the Dawn of the Psychedelic Age by Norman Ohler https://amzn.to/3PWxLlE The author of the New York Times bestseller Blitzed returns with a provocative new history of drugs and postwar America, examining the untold story of how Nazi experiments into psychedelics covertly influenced CIA research and secretly shaped the War on Drugs. Berlin 1945. Following the fall of the Third Reich, drug use—long kept under control by the Nazis’ strict anti-drug laws—is rampant throughout the city. Split into four sectors, Berlin's drug policies are being enforced under the individual jurisdictions of each allied power—the Soviet Union, Britain, France, and the US. In the American zone, Arthur J. Giuliani of the nascent Federal Bureau of Narcotics is tasked with learning about the Nazis’ anti-drug laws and bringing home anything that might prove “useful” to the United States. Five years later, Harvard professor Dr. Henry Beecher began work with the US government to uncover the research behind the Nazis psychedelics program. Begun as an attempt to find a “truth serum” and experiment with mind control, the Nazi study initially involved mescaline, but quickly expanded to include LSD. Originally created for medical purposes by Swiss pharmaceutical Sandoz, the Nazis coopted the drug for their mind control military research—research that, following the war, the US was desperate to acquire. This research birthed MKUltra, the CIA's notorious brainwashing and psychological torture program during the 1950s and 1960s, and ultimately shaped US drug policy regarding psychedelics for over half a century. Based on extensive archival research on both sides of the Atlantic, Tripped is a wild, unconventional postwar history, a spiritual sequel to Norman Ohler’s New York Times bestseller Blitzed. Revealing the close relationship and hidden connections between the Nazis and the early days of drugs in America, Ohler shares how this secret history held back therapeutic research of psychedelic drugs for decades and eventually became part of the foundation of America’s War on Drugs.About the author Norman Ohler is an award-winning German novelist, screenwriter, and journalist. He spent five years researching Blitzed in numerous archives in Germany and the United States, and spoke to eye-witnesses, military historians, and doctors. He is also the author of the novels Die Quotenmaschine (the world's first hypertext novel), Mitte and Stadt des Goldes (translated into English as Ponte City). He was co-writer of the script for Wim Wenders' film Palermo Shooting.

Marc Scheff: Helping Clients Overcome Limiting Beliefs and Find Fulfillment Marcscheff.com About the Guest(s): Marc is a certified coach, award-winning artist, and transformational connoisseur. He is a visionary coach dedicated to guiding professionals on a profound creative inner journey. Marc helps individuals break through barriers and transcend self-limiting beliefs to unlock their full potential. His transformational coaching goes beyond the visual arts and resonates with a diverse array of minds, empowering them to architect their own narrative and flourish in their professional endeavors. Episode Summary: Welcome to The Chris Voss Show, where Chris Voss interviews CEOs, authors, thought leaders, visionaries, and motivators. In this episode, Chris Voss speaks with Marc Scheff, a certified coach and award-winning artist. Marc shares his journey through life and how he became a coach. He discusses the importance of creativity and how it can help individuals create lives they love. Marc also emphasizes the significance of midlife catharsis and the opportunity it presents for personal growth and fulfillment. Throughout the conversation, Marc highlights the power of storytelling and how it can shape our beliefs and decisions. Key topics discussed in this episode include: The importance of taking creative space and exploring one's potential The role of mentors and coaches in guiding personal and professional growth The concept of midlife catharsis and seizing opportunities for personal transformation The impact of stories and beliefs on decision-making and self-perception The analogy of jiu-jitsu as a metaphor for life and personal development Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights on embracing creativity, overcoming self-limiting beliefs, and architecting a fulfilling life. Key Takeaways: Creativity is a powerful tool for personal growth and self-discovery. By embracing creativity, individuals can break through barriers and unlock their full potential. Midlife catharsis presents an opportunity for personal transformation and growth. It is a chance to reflect on one's life and make intentional decisions that align with one's values and purpose. Stories and beliefs shape our decisions and self-perception. By examining and challenging these stories, individuals can overcome self-limiting beliefs and create a more empowering narrative. Jiu-jitsu serves as a powerful metaphor for life and personal development. It teaches the importance of resilience, continuous learning, and embracing challenges as opportunities for growth. Notable Quotes: "The thread in my life has always been creativity. It has been the catalyst for my personal and professional growth." - Marc Scheff "Midlife catharsis is an opportunity to reflect on what we truly want and make intentional decisions that align with our values and purpose." - Marc Scheff "Stories and beliefs shape our decisions and self-perception. By examining and challenging these stories, we can overcome self-limiting beliefs and create a more empowering narrative." - Marc Scheff "Jiu-jitsu teaches us the importance of resilience, continuous learning, and embracing challenges as opportunities for growth." - Marc Scheff

Being Human and Waking Up: A therapist's guide for psychotherapy clients and enlightenment seekers by Jonathan Eric Labman LPC https://amzn.to/3vJD3dg No one teaches us how to deal with being a human being: how to separate true thoughts from false ones, how to feel and label our emotions, how to track the source of our emotions to discover whether the emotions are useful or useless, and how to interpret the flood of physical sensations that constantly inundate us. Few parents know how to cope with their own thoughts and feelings, so they don't teach their children to do the same. As people, we often end up confused and dismayed. Once we embark on a psychological and/or spiritual journey to healing, wholeness, and better functioning, life can become even more complicated: what is this Awareness or Consciousness that the mystics of all traditions talk about? Among the avalanche of teachings and teachers available, how do we discover a path for us? This book is the refinement of 23 years' experience, from a therapist and teacher of spiritual awakening, to summarize how to heal and wake up spiritually. Its purpose is to guide readers, therapy clients, and spiritual aspirants along a clean, simple and clear path to psychological integration, effective living, spiritual awakening and enlightenment.

red helicopter―a parable for our times: lead change with kindness (plus a little math) by James Rhee https://amzn.to/3PThkGy Redhelicopter.com Embrace your agency, lead change, and fly free—in the business of life and the life of business—with kindness (plus a little math) In kindergarten, James Rhee received a toy red helicopter in gratitude for a simple act of generosity—sharing his lunch. Decades later, the lesson from that small gift led him to develop a human-centered framework for business and personal achievement that helped him overcome seemingly insurmountable hurdles and find unprecedented success. “red helicopter is a transformative experience. James Rhee's story is a must read for anyone, of any age, who wishes to think, act, and lead with balance, agility, and wisdom." —Jay Shetty Rhee was a high school teacher turned private equity investor when he unexpectedly took the helm of Ashley Stewart, an iconic company predominantly employing and serving Black women. Inspired by the values his dying Korean immigrant parents instilled in him, he knew that a radically different—yet familiar—approach was required to lead this twice-bankrupt company from certain liquidation to true transcendence. Is it possible to be successful and kind? To lead with precision and compassion? To honor who we are in all areas of our lives? The entire world bet against him and Ashley, but Rhee trusted his instincts to identify, measure, and leverage the intangible goodwill at the company’s core, a decision which ultimately multiplied its fortunes several times over. Anyone can combine the clarity and imagination we had as children with fundamental business metrics. Anyone can apply this refreshingly intuitive approach to lead change at work and at home. While eloquently sharing a story of personal and professional success, red helicopter presents a comforting yet bold solution to the dissatisfaction and worry we all feel in a chaotic and sometimes terrifying world. The insights and knowledge that Rhee imparts have been accumulated over decades of investing and leading at the highest levels of business. Drawing on this experience, he encourages us to trust the wisdom deep inside each of us so we can learn how to: Create and measure “goodwill,” the ultimate collective good Discover agency and the truth about kindness it entails Identify the invisible obstacles standing in your way Lead transformational change through small, scalable acts Construct an accurate “balance sheet” of our assets and liabilities Reorient our lives, organizations, and the world to reflect the best in us Are you looking for a sustainable balance between life, money, and joy? For yourself and others? Imagine, a clear path forward told as a deeply felt human story. A poignant and uplifting celebration of humanity, red helicopter—a parable for our times is a tale of struggle and triumph, compelling for its honesty and relatability as much as for the instructions we can all use to balance the books of our lives. red helicopter—a parable for our times features approximately 20 original illustrations by Korean artist Heyon Cho.

Our Enemies Will Vanish: The Russian Invasion and Ukraine's War of Independence by Yaroslav Trofimov https://amzn.to/43KnfUl “Our Enemies Will Vanish achieves the highest level of war reporting: a tough, detailed account that nevertheless reads like a great novel. One is reminded of Michael Herr's Dispatches . . . Frankly, it's what we have all aspired to. I did not really understand Ukraine until I read Trofimov's account.” —Sebastian Junger A revelatory eyewitness account of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and heroism of the Ukrainian people in their resistance by Yaroslav Trofimov, the Ukrainian chief foreign-affairs correspondent for The Wall Street Journal. Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, Yaroslav Trofimov has spent months on end at the heart of the conflict, very often on its front lines. In this authoritative account, he traces the war’s decisive moments—from the battle for Kyiv to more recently the gruelling and bloody arm wrestle involving the Wagner group over Bakhmut—to show how Ukraine and its allies have turned the tide against Russia, one of the world’s great military powers, in a modern-day battle of David and Goliath. Putin had intended to conquer and annex Ukraine with a vicious blitzkrieg, redrawing the map of Europe in a few short weeks with seismic geopolitical consequences. But in the face of this existential threat, the Ukrainian people fought back, turning what looked like certain defeat into a great moral victory, even as the territorial battle continues to seesaw to this day. This is the story of the epic bravery of the Ukrainian people—people Trofimov knows very well. For Trofimov, this war is deeply personal. He grew up in Kyiv and his family has lived there for generations. With deep empathy and local understanding, Trofimov tells the story of how everyday Ukrainian citizens—doctors, computer programmers, businesspeople, and schoolteachers—risked their lives and lost loved ones. He blends their brave and tragic stories with expert military analysis, providing unique insight into the thinking of Ukrainian leadership and mapping out the decisive stages of what has become a perilous war for Ukraine, the Putin regime, and indeed, the world. This brutal, catastrophic struggle is unfolding on another continent, but the United States and its NATO allies have become deeply implicated. As the war drags on, it threatens to engulf the world. We cannot look away. At once heart-breaking and inspiring, Our Enemies Will Vanish is a riveting, vivid, and first-hand account of the Ukrainian refusal to surrender. It is the story of ordinary people fighting not just for their homes and their families but for justice and democracy itself. Yaroslav Trofimov is a Ukrainian-born Italian author and journalist who serves as chief foreign-affairs correspondent at The Wall Street Journal. Previously he wrote a weekly column on the Greater Middle East, "Middle East Crossroads," in The Wall Street Journal.

The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Do the Hard Things First: How to Win Over Procrastination and Master the Habit of Doing Difficult Work (Do the Hard Things First Series) by Scott Allan https://amzn.to/443NTb3 Scottallanpublishing.com Break the Procrastination Habit, Accelerate Your Productivity, and Take Control of Your Life NOW. Are you living in chaos because you keep putting off important tasks until the last minute? Do you feel disorganized at home and work? Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety, frustration, and helplessness because of all your unfinished projects? If so, it's time to break the procrastination habit and rewire your difficult work habits. International bestselling author and personal development trainer, Scott Allan, wants you to defeat procrastination and eliminate negative self-talk so you can end the chaos of chronic task avoidance. In this practical guide, you'll learn Scott's step-by-step method for breaking the procrastination habit and ending self-sabotage. In Do the Hard Things First, Scott Allan teaches you how to: Control self-defeating distractions and shiny object syndrome. Identify the key constraints holding you back and take massive action for optimal results. Avoid doing random tasks and begin time-blocking your critical work. Identify negative coping mechanisms and develop a great work ethic. Implement daily exercises to make better choices and build greater confidence in decision-making. Structure your priorities by focusing on what matters most Train your brain to master attention by interrupting sudden impulses Construct a new environment to remove clutter and eliminate decision fatigue Do the Hard Things First is structured to save time, increase mental energy, and teach you to think from a place of confidence by removing the fear of doing what scares you. You'll learn how to focus on your #1 tasks for the day, eliminate overwhelm, and become the best version of yourself in both your work and life. "Today, not tomorrow. Do it now, not later.

Straight Out of the Trailer Park!: How Mindset and Perseverance Enabled One Man to Overcome His Poor White Trash Upbringing and Live a Fulfilling Life by Loyd Hawkins https://amzn.to/4azON0E Kenaibusinesssolutions.com Growing up in poverty as the only child of a single mother, Loyd had the odds stacked against him. With no father figure or strong male role model, Loyd was forced to figure out life on his own. Fortune smiled upon him when he made the decision to join the US Army. During his time in the Army, he flourished, serving in a variety of roles, most notably as a paratrooper in the 5th Special Forces Group (A) and the renowned 101st Airborne Division. It was here that Loyd received a graduate-level education in leadership. After leaving the Army, Loyd sought his next challenge by enrolling in graduate school at Florida State University. There, he earned his MBA and promptly joined the esteemed global consulting firm Accenture. During his tenure at Accenture and other consulting practices, he cultivated a deep understanding of sales, delivery, small and large team building, as well as interpersonal relationships and communication. "Never satisfied" is the best phrase to aptly characterize Loyd's mindset. Whether achieving his black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or participating in the 'Escape from Alcatraz' swim, Loyd constantly seeks personal growth. Scuba diving and skydiving are also among his cherished passions. Loyd aspires to wring the most out of life and hopes to share his passion and perspective with you, inspiring you to lead your best life.

Art and Science Platform Valle Venia Connects People Through Music and More Valle-venia.de About the Guest(s): Johanna Michel and H. L. P. Schmidt, are the founders of Valle Venia, an art and science platform. Leo is an orthopedic surgeon, while Johanna is an anesthesiologist and intensive care specialist. They both have a passion for art and music, and have been involved in various artistic endeavors throughout their lives. Leo has a background in rock music and classical music composition, while Johanna plays the drums and piano. Together, they combine their medical expertise with their artistic talents to create a unique platform that explores the intersection of art and science. Episode Summary: In this episode, Chris Voss interviews Johanna Michel and H. L. P. Schmidt, the founders of Valle Venia. Valle Venia is an art and science platform that combines Leo and Johanna's medical backgrounds with their passion for art and music. They discuss their journey from the medical field to the world of art, and how they use their platform to connect different fields and bring researchers out of their ivory towers. They also talk about the importance of connection and empathy in today's society, and how their work aims to bridge the gap between different cultures and backgrounds. The episode is filled with insights on the power of art and science to shape our world and create meaningful connections. Key Takeaways: Valle Venia is an art and science platform founded by Johanna Michel and H. L. P. Schmidt, two medical professionals with a passion for art and music. The platform aims to connect different fields and bring researchers out of their ivory towers, making their findings accessible to the public. Leo and Johanna emphasize the importance of connection and empathy in today's society, and how their work aims to bridge the gap between different cultures and backgrounds. Valle Venia features artists from various disciplines, including music, fine arts, photography, films, architecture, sculpture, and land art. The platform also engages in social projects, supporting causes such as education and orphanages in India. Notable Quotes: "Connection means conviviality. Being together, not asking for anything at all, not wishing something. And this is how the world is." - H. L. P. Schmidt, "Encounters, coincidences. It's nothing predictable. It's just there. And this is how we feel. And this is what the world needs right now, to overcome gradual disease and so on." - Johanna Michel