365 Driven

Brian Covey went from an Olympic USA Soccer Player to VP of one of the largest mortgage companies in America. Learning to be adaptable, keep fitness a priority, and maintaining a growth mindset became masteries for Brian very early as his career was affected by the 2007 market crash shortly after his soccer days came to an end. Brian is an executive at LoanDepot, a proud father, an influencer, a top rated podcaster, an author, an investor and a proud soccer dad. It’s Brian’s mission with his new book, “Conversations with Covey”, to highlight some of the most incredible stories he’s gotten to share on his podcast, the Brian Covey Show. In this episode, Brian dives into his mission to help others realize their potential and know that we should all be in a place in which we are embraced for our talents and individuality, instead of being suppressed to fit into a box that others may want us to fit into. Brian also shares strategies on how to build meaningful connections with others online that may end up changing the trajectory of your life. Key highlights: Brian’s journey from pro soccer player, to corporate, to entrepreneur Why Brian and Tony choose to be real on social media Brian shares that the people closest people to him were the biggest naysayers The importance of hiring other people to help you so you can focus on your strengths Find role models and take what you like and leave what you don't How to use social media in a meaningful and productive way Getting to a better version of you involves asking for help For more information about this episode, visit: https://365driven.com/episode238/

Nick Bradley is a world-renowned business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors, building high-value companies. Over the last decade, he has built, bought and sold 24 businesses with a combined valuation of $5.2 billion dollars. Nick also works with Private Equity and Venture Capital firms across the UK and the US, leading business turnarounds, mergers, acquisitions, and scale-ups. He is also the co-founder of The Fielding Group, a growth consultancy that helps companies improve business performance. His mission is to help create business empires with impact, bringing entrepreneurial skills and mindset to people all over the world as a driving force of progression and prosperity. In this episode, Nick breaks down how to build companies with valuation in mind, and prepare for an acquisition. You may be surprised to find out that your business might not be worth anything to a buyer, and Nick will reveal what buyers actually look for. He also dives into how you can scale your business, and why growth and scaling are not the same thing. Key highlights: How to appeal to buyers and prepare for acquisition Your business may not be worth anything (99% of business aren’t worth anything to a buyer) Nick’s beginning into entrepreneurship - from corporate to entrepreneur Some of the myths of having a business that people believe What buyers look for and why they buy What Nick looks for as an investor Why you need to get to the point of firing yourself "The Great Resignation" The difference between growth and scale Where people fail at scaling The process of acquisition/exit For more information about this episode, visit: https://365driven.com/episode237/

Marie Cosgrove is an entrepreneur and speaker, and her life in itself is a miracle and a story of tenacity and faith. Having been born into poverty, Marie has an incredibly inspiring story of persevering through a tumultuous childhood, abusive marriage, raising four children on her own, and struggling to make her way in the business world. She climbed the ladder in her job at a company, but was fired when she refused a pay cut. 2 years later, she bought the company that fired her. We all face hardships in our personal and professional lives, and Marie now helps others to discover how to use those hardships to propel them forward. Marie turned the lessons of adversity into advantage, and in today’s episode, she shares what she has learned from her successes and failures. Your background, money, or success are not what give you value in life, and the titles you acquire throughout your life are not your identity. We all want to leave a legacy and impact in this world, and can do so despite where we came from. Key Highlights Marie shares the story of her mother’s accident, her grandmother’s incredible faith that led to Marie's miraculous birth, and the difficult childhood she endured Leaving an abusive marriage, raising 4 children on her own, and succeeding in her career despite her personal struggles Being fired from her job, starting a business, and coming back to buy the company that fired her Decisions that people take lightly have huge impacts How to tell frauds from real speakers For more information about this episode, visit: https://365driven.com/episode236/

April Garcia is an international business advisor, performance coach, host of her podcast PivotMe, and creator of the breakthrough digital course on time management and productivity. By age 20, April had already started on her path of entrepreneurship as a real estate investor, had started her first company, and bought her first house. She graduated from numerous leadership academies, climbed the ladder as a top performer in the Financial and Telecom industry, built several businesses, and advised both U.S. and international corporations from start-up to billion-dollar businesses. April is an amazing resource for insight regarding growing revenue, increasing productivity, and helping business owners find balance to enjoy the life they earned. In this episode, April and Tony share the necessary life transitions that are required when you want to level up in life or in your career. Your mindset and those that you surround yourself with, are key in this pivotal time. It becomes essential to do the difficult internal work, and also surround yourself with others that will lift you up along the way.   Key Highlights April shares about her rebellious teenage years and gives insight on how she got to where she is today April walks us through her transition from her corporate job to entrepreneurship and the mindset shifts that were necessary to get there Why you may need to spend less time with your “default peer group” and find your “designed peer group” Why you need to focus on what can go right instead of harboring on everything that can go wrong Evolving to reach your goals For more information about this episode, visit: https://365driven.com/episode235/

Bret Voelkel is the founder of Air Ride Technologies, which later rebranded as Ridetech, and was eventually acquired by Fox Factory in 2019. Now in his retirement, Bret owns four businesses, and shares the hard lessons and wisdom with entrepreneurs, and those aspiring to build a business.  Through building and owning multiple companies, and going through the trials and tribulations that come with starting a business, Bret learned some difficult lessons along the way. He shares his advice and tips for maintaining relationships with your consumers, the significance of great branding, the necessity of outsourcing, what to expect when putting your business on the market, and much more.  Key Highlights The lessons Brett has learned from the companies he worked for or built You are who you surround yourself with, and knowing this can change your life and your business One of Bret’s first business lessons involving a lawsuit with another company Why a patent is just a marketing device How to grow and maintain being number one Bret’s story of his 6 year old daughter creating his company logo Why you should outsource and why you can't afford not to Bret’s advice to new business owners For more information about this episode, visit: https://365driven.com/episode234/

Patti Katter is the spouse of a US Military Veteran who was severely wounded in war, and became his caregiver at 33 years old. Through advocating for her husband and getting him the care he needed, Patti found that one of life’s greatest joys is helping others. Patti is also the host of the Podcast Wake Up With Patti Katter, a podcast with a wealth of inspiring and motivational stories from others that have overcome tremendous difficulties. In this episode, Patti and Tony discuss the significance in finding your purpose through genuinely wanting to help others. This will lead you to more success than chasing dollars ever will. Finding fulfillment in connecting with other people will build your legacy and lead you on a path of a purpose driven life. Key Highlights Patti and Tony discuss why we are so lucky to live in America and the importance of being patriotic Patti shares her story of learning about her husband’s injury while serving in the US Military while in Iraq, and his diagnosis of a head injury, which led to Patti being his caregiver and advocating for veterans to get the help they need. Tony stresses the importance of attributing a dollar amount to the tasks you do daily to make sure you are paying yourself appropriately in your business. Patti highlights the significance in rooting yourself in helping others to find your purpose. For more information about this episode, visit: https://365driven.com/episode233/

Mark Drager is a pro-conversationalist, host, and moderator. He brings energy, wit, vulnerability, and insightful questions to connect extraordinary people with engaged audiences. He's the host of the We Do Hard Things Podcast - a show about facing fears, taking big risks, and chasing down dreams. With an impressive background that includes working with NBA players, launching startups, transforming international brands, and founding a marketing agency, Mark is here today to share the lessons he learned along the way. Listen in as Mark shares his story of going from being on social assistance and barely having enough to get by, to the success he has found today. Mark shares the importance of getting specific with your messaging, and how you can help others with what you have to offer. You don't want to miss the value Mark is sharing with the 365 Driven society in this episode. For more information about this episode, visit: https://365driven.com/episode232/

My most valuable strategies and tactics to help make 2022 your best year, possible. Let's attack this new year, together! -Tony  

Jeramiah Solven is a high-performance coach and the entrepreneur behind the leadership training company, “Conquer Academy”. He is a former Army Ranger Officer who is versed in the grit, discipline, mental toughness, and leadership it takes to win at war, business, and going after your goals. He coaches others on how to defeat their excuses and conquer their goals. Jeramiah has coached hundreds of people to success, including CEOs, aviators, and billion-dollar CEOs. He has been featured on platforms like Entrepreneur.com, Forbes.com and TEDx. Beyond his coaching and speaking career, he is an extreme long-distance runner, MMA fighter, and author of the Amazon #1 Best-Selling Fitness E-Book, The Whole Man Project. In this episode of 365 Driven, Jeramiah explains his unique approach to setting and reaching goals. This involves being clear on what you are avoiding, address it, and craft your goals around that. Addressing your vices and digging deep to find your big “why”, are all a part of Jeramiah’s method. You don’t want to miss these mental hacks! For more information about this episode, visit: https://365driven.com/episode230/

John Tarnoff is an executive and career transition coach, speaker, and author who supports mid and late-career professionals in defining, planning, and achieving more meaningful and sustainable careers. Having been fired from 39% of jobs during his 35 years as a film producer, studio executive and tech entrepreneur, he learned how to turn setbacks into successes. He reinvented his own career at 50, earning a master’s degree in counseling psychology to share his career lessons with others.   Since leaving entertainment in 2010, John has coached individuals and groups, including Bank of America, Bridgewater Assoc., Levi-Strauss, Softbank, TD Ameritrade, and Thrive Global. He has been named a Top Influencer in Aging by PBS/NextAvenue.   John is the author of the best-selling book, Boomer Reinvention: How to Create Your Dream Career Over 50, and is here today on the 365 Driven podcast to share his lessons on career transition in your 50’s and beyond. John and Tony discuss how the events of 2020 have changed the traditional office setting, and what is expected looking forward.   For more information about this episode, visit: https://365driven.com/episode229/