The Burn Podcast by Ben Newman

With just under 2 months away from this year’s Mental Toughness Forum, we wanted to take the opportunity to do a special episode highlight a few of the speakers this year that have been guests on the show!These 5 speakers have uniquely POWERFUL stories and messages and we can’t WAIT to hear them bring it with the other 30+ speakers at this years event.Make sure you get registered over at www.mentaltoughnessforum.comFull episode now live on Youtube and All podcast platforms!https://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet’s work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

What happens when a small-town guy with big dreams enters the competitive world of commercial insurance? Join me as I chat with Quinten Lovejoy about his journey, the values that shaped him, and how he's making a significant impact in the insurance industry. We also discuss the Arte Syndicate, the platform created by Andy Frisella and Ed Mylett, which helped Quinten unlock his entrepreneurial potential.Throughout our conversation, we explore Quinten's "Just Watch Me" mentality and how it helps him stay focused on the details that matter. We discuss how savvy business owners can leverage their insurance programs to gain a competitive advantage in the market, and Quinten's passion for helping others succeed in this space. We also delve into the importance of having a well-thought-out insurance strategy and the challenges Quinten faced on his path to success.As we wrap up our discussion, Quinten shares valuable insights on assessing areas for improvement in your business and the power of connecting with others to gain advice and direction. We touch on the importance of discipline, living with a "JWM" mindset, and making mindful decisions in both business and life. Don't miss this incredible conversation with Quinten Lovejoy, and remember – we're all in this fight together.https://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet’s work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

In this episode, we dive into the life of Charlie Ruiz, a man whose love for baseball radiates with an unwavering passion. Witness firsthand how his dedication to the sport has transformed his life and become the driving force behind his success. Discover the key to unlocking a sense of ownership and learn how taking control of your life can empower you to achieve greatness beyond your wildest dreams.We then embark on an exploration of the mindset of a closer, a term used in baseball to describe a pitcher who seals the victory for their team. Dive into the world of conviction and resilience as we uncover how these qualities can help you triumph in the face of adversity, both on and off the field.Prepare to uncover the transformative power of embracing change and utilizing it as a catalyst for personal and professional development. Gain valuable insights into the profound impact of parenthood and how it can inspire you to become the best version of yourself, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations.Finally, we reveal practical strategies that will help you harmonize your personal and professional spheres, allowing you to thrive in all areas of your life. Prepare to equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to create a harmonious balance, enabling you to flourish in every endeavor you undertake.Key Points: Uncommon live coaching group: (1:32)His real passion for baseball: (3:06)A sense of ownership: (3:56)Having conviction and resilience as a closer: (5:15)How to navigate and control your mind: (6:38)Focus vs intentional focus: (7:37)Leveraging growth through transitions: (9:48)The motivating factor of being a father: (11:23)Finding balance in your life: (13:56)Website: https://www.clrconnection.com/The Burn Podcast, ignited by Punch’d Energy.https://www.puchdenergy.com************************************Let’s work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comConnect with me everywhere else:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfightFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFightLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693https://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet’s work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

On this week’s episode of The Burn Podcast we are taking a look into an important question, What is YOUR Standard?Just a little over a month ago Ben was a guest speaker at Jon Gordon’s Positive Summit. (If you don’t know about the Summit, you will after this episode.) But in Ben’s speech, he presented several stories and principles that he’s never shared before, including the 4 P’s from his upcoming book, The Standard.We wanted to take this week to share that talk with you HERE on The Burn. https://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet’s work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

Today we have the pleasure of interviewing the inspiring Ryan Neiswender, a paralympic basketball player, on the topic of perseverance, overcoming obstacles, and resilience. Ryan takes us on his journey of embracing who he is, being introduced to paralympic basketball, and developing the mental toughness necessary to succeed in the sport. He shares his experience in Tokyo and feeling alone, while also demonstrating "expectancy theory", where that which you focus on, expands.Ryan discusses the importance of attacking life one day at a time and breaking things up while still having long-term goals. He explains how vision gives us the motivation to pursue our dreams and how we can all learn from his story of choosing to keep fighting. So tune in and be ready to feel motivated to embrace your true self and chase after your dreams, just like Ryan did!Key Points:Perserverance, overcoming obstacles, & resilience: (2:31)Embracing who you are: (3:48)Being introduced to paralympic basketball: (5:09)Mental toughness: (8:07)Embracing both the mental and the physical: (8:59)Choosing to keep fighting: (11:32)His experience in Tokyo and feeling alone: (11:53)Expectancy theory: what you focus on expands: (16:25)Attacking it one day at a time: (17:15)Breaking things up but having long-term goals: (17:34)Vision gives us the motivation to pursue our dreams: (18:44)https://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet’s work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

Today we explore the stories of two people who are making an immeasurable impact in the world. In this episode, we sit down with Lacey Book and Shawn Dill, who share their stories from poverty to success and how they discovered where their smiles and passion come from.Shawn and Lacey talk about the insatiable appetite they have to keep going and how they have learned to be more open to the unexpected. They share their thoughts on the line between success and impact, and how we often limit ourselves by setting our expectations too low. They emphasize the importance of setting your expectations to the moon, and how certainty and knowingness are key to achieving your goals.Throughout the episode, we are reminded that everything we need is already in us and that we are our biggest interference. We are encouraged to be more open to the impacts we make and to appreciate every day as a blessing. Join us as we delve into Shawn and Lacey's inspiring story and learn how to unleash our own potential to make a difference in the world.Key points:Intro: (0:00)David Meltzer is an amazing connector: (3:32)Where their smiles and passion come from: (5:25)Getting to see impacts made: (6:54)Immesurable impact: (9:04)Every day is a blessing: (9:35)Shawn's story from Costa Rica: (10:40)The line between success and impact: (12:54)Be more open to the unexpected: (19:34)Insatiable appetite to keep going: (21:27)How we limit ourselves: (22:33)You are your biggest interference: (24:26)Set your expectations to the moon: (26:00)Certainty and knowingness: (27:03)Everything you need is already in you: (27:41)https://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet’s work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

This week on The Burn Podcast we welcome two guests, Tim Lyons and Randy Angsten, who are business owners and gym owners based in Scottsdale, Arizona. The conversation delves into the intentionality of building a business, recognizing strengths in others, and creating partnerships that grow together.  @BuiltToGrow This episode is packed with insights on personal growth and business development, which are valuable not only for gym owners but for anyone who wishes to achieve success in their lives.Introduction: (0:00)Their background and stories: (1:18)What Tim saw in Randy for partnership: (3:17)Randy and the door of opportunity: (4:54)Tim's burn: (6:27)Randy's burn: (7:41)Forging your own path: (10:05)Attention to detail: (13:23)Spend time with us in Scottsdale, Arizona: (15:53)Transform Your Gym Into a  Revenue-Generating Machine,(WHILE Liberating Yourself from the Day-to-Day)and  Find Elite-Level Gym Success   at the FitPro Growth Summit!https://growthsummitaz.comhttps://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet’s work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

This week is a VERY special week for so many college football players as this is DRAFT WEEK!I can’t help but think about all of the blood, sweat, tears, that all of these young men have shed up until this point.For many, this week has been a dream of theirs since the first time they put on a set of pads…So much leads up to this very special week, I couldn’t miss the opportunity to have a conversation with 9 Year NFL Veteran and 1st Round Draft pick, Eric Wood @ewood70, about HIS experience being chosen by the Buffalo Bills in the 1st Round of the 2009 NFL Draft.Our conversation covers a wide range of topics that will apply not only to players in this years draft, but anyone who listens.https://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet’s work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

Nick Santonastasso is a motivational speaker, fitness model, and social media influencer who has achieved extraordinary success despite being born with Hanhart Syndrome, a rare genetic condition that caused him to be born without legs and only one arm. In this episode of The Burn with host Ben Newman, Nick shares his story and insights on how he has overcome adversity and developed the mental resilience and confidence necessary to succeed in life.Intro: (0:00)Embracing Adversity : (2:00)Overcoming Obstacles and Achieving Success : (3:00)Inspirational story from his childhood: (4:27)Where most of his success came from: (6:10)How important is confidence: (8:04)Taking action: (11:25)Breakthroughs: (14:14)Committing to discipline (19:33)Nick Santonastasso's story is a testament to the power of the human spirit and the ability to overcome even the most daunting obstacles. Through his motivational speaking, fitness modeling, and social media presence, Nick inspires others to embrace their challenges and develop the mental resilience necessary to achieve their goals.Connect with Nick Below:https://www.instagram.com/nicksantonastasso/?hl=enhttps://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet’s work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693

At the age of 9, John was severely burned on 100% of his body. No one expected him to survive the first night.He did. This week we are revisiting one of the most powerful conversations I’ve ever had on the show. This episode will BLOW you away. Through his FIGHT, John has developed a gift to share his story to help others overcome their obstacles and to live BOLDLY. @Johnoleary.inspires***Watch the Youtube version for a sneak peak into John’s ONE OF A KIND office.***Episode OutlineJack Buck [00:00:02] John O'Leary [00:00:39] Ben Newman [00:00:50] Taking the Hand of God [00:03:16] The Wall of People [00:03:16] The Power of Asking Questions [00:03:46] Ben Newman and John O'Leary [00:08:02] The Power of Relationships [00:08:34] Steve Grant [00:09:40] Meeting Ben [00:11:33] The Power of Generosity [00:13:26] Connecting to the Burn [00:14:50] The Compound Interest Principle [00:18:51] My Office [00:22:07] John O'Leary and Ben Newman [00:22:33]Full Episode Now Live on Youtube and All podcast Platformshttps://www.bennewmancoaching.com************************************ Learn about our Upcoming events and programs:https://www.workwithbnc.comLet’s work TOGETHER https://www.bennewmancoaching.comLet's work together to write YOUR next book- BNC PublishingSend us a message Order my latest book The STANDARD: Winning at YOUR Highest Level: https://amzn.to/3DE1clY1st Phorm | The Foundation of High Performance Nutrition1stPhorm.com/bnewman Connect with me everywhere else: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/continuedfight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Continuedfight/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContinuedFight Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-newman-b0b693