In Search Of Excellence

Dan Martell is a renowned entrepreneur, investor, mentor, and speaker. He is the founder of five tech companies, three of which he has successfully exited, and he has invested in over 65 startups. Dan is also the author of the bestselling book Buy Back Your Time, which has climbed into the top 20 nonfiction books worldwide. He hosts the acclaimed The Growth Stacking Show podcast. Dan's personal story is incredibly inspiring—having triumphed over a challenging youth marked by ADHD and addiction, he has emerged as a formidable figure in business. His insights on navigating both personal and professional hurdles are among the most impactful I’ve encountered on the show.Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction and Dan Martell's daily routine1:23 - The power of belief in coaching and parenting2:08 - Dan Martell shares a transformative moment from his youth2:53 - The importance of giving back and mentoring3:43 - Rehab experiences and early influences6:15 - Overcoming addiction and embracing new challenges9:51 - Learning from business failures and the importance of resilience12:28 - Early entrepreneurial ventures and lessons learned15:00 - Discovering the E-Myth and its impact on business thinking17:33 - The relentless work ethic and its personal costs20:09 - Turning a personal breakdown into a breakthrough22:59 - The harsh realities of entrepreneurial workloads25:00 - Balancing life's demands with business ambitions28:40 - The emotional aftermath of selling a business31:37 - Personal transformation and family impact34:12 - An influential trip with Richard Branson39:19 - The Buyback Principle: Hiring to free up time43:08 - Money's role in happiness and personal fulfillment45:39 - The importance of extreme preparation in achieving success46:53 - Criteria for investing in startups and entrepreneursCoaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn

Dan Martell is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, coach, and motivational speaker, and he is one of the most inspiring people I've ever had on my show. He has founded five companies, successfully sold three of them, and invested in over 65 software companies. Dan is also the author of the best-selling book Buy Back Your Time, which recently became a top 20 nonfiction book globally. Additionally, he hosts the popular podcast The Growth Stacking Show.  From overcoming a troubled youth, including battles with ADHD and addiction, to becoming a celebrated business leader, Dan's journey is a testament to resilience and the power of transformation. He offers some of the most profound advice I've ever heard on the show for those facing personal and professional challenges.Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction1:48 - Dan Martell's Early Life and ADHD Diagnosis2:34 - Dan's Family Background and Parents' Influence4:41 - Dealing with His Mom's Alcoholism6:48 - Anger Issues and Behavioral Problems8:41 - First Encounters with the Law and Group Homes12:21 - Starting Drug Use and the Consequences15:14 - Experiences in Foster Care20:21 - The Incident with the Roman Candles24:51 - Life in a Group Home with Troubled Youths28:04 - Desire for Revenge and Personal Growth31:47 - Randall's Story of Career Setbacks and Resilience33:06 - Working with Foster Care Systems33:41 - Involvement with Motorcycle Gangs37:24 - The High-Speed Chase and Arrest42:00 - Interaction with Guard Brian and a Life-Changing ConversationCoaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn

Jason Derulo is a singer, songwriter, actor and author and is one of the most talented people I've ever had on my show.  He has sold more than 250 million singles worldwide, and joins Taylor Swift, Elton John, Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson, Britney Spears, Maroon Five, and Christina Aguilera as the only artists in history to have a number one single on US Pop Radio in three different decades.  Jason is also one of the top 20 most followed people in the world on social media – he has more than 300 million followers across all platforms.  He is also a successful entrepreneur, investor, and author of the awesome book, Sing Your Name Out Loud: 15 Rules for Living Your Dream: The Inspiring Story of Jason Derulo.   He also has some of the best advice I have ever heard on the show for people starting their careers and are struggling finding traction.Here are Jason's 15 Rules for Living Your Dream:Take risks. Failure is good.Unlock closed doors. But go through the open ones first.You are only as good as your routine. Train repetitively for your success.Success is for rent. You’ll never pay it off.Stop showing off. Invite your audience to the party.Obstacles are opportunities. Grab creative blessings in disguise.Decide what is important to you. Then connect it to how you spend your time.Those who can, do. Those who can’t, become critics.Respect the hive. Your copilots are as important as the destination.Trust the data. Creativity and analytics go hand in hand.Collaborate, period. Choose people you can teach and learn from.Reveal yourself in your best light. Ignore what works for everyone else.Talent is overrated. Desire is the gift.Work hardest at what comes easiest. Go from good to great.Choose your competition. And keep pushing that bar higher.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro4:49 - Jason Derulo on Family and Life Perspective after Breaking His Neck6:03 - Transition from Music to TikTok During the Pandemic10:40 - Embracing Failures and Importance of Taking Risks13:30 - Jason Derulo's Book: Message for Dreamers and Importance of Mindset17:54 - Leaning Into Strengths and Viewing Competition at a Higher Level20:21 - Work Ethic vs. Working Smarter and Value of Collaboration24:23 - Extreme Preparation and Las Vegas Residency27:57 - Business Ventures: Car Wash Industry and Billionaire Goal36:12 - How Fatherhood and Philanthropy Changed Jason's Life38:28 - Jason Derulo's Philanthropic Efforts41:18 - New Projects in Children's Education42:00 - Fill in the Blank SegmentCoaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn

Jason Derulo is a singer, songwriter, actor and author and is one of the most talented people I've ever had on my show.  He has sold more than 250 million singles worldwide, and joins Taylor Swift, Elton John, Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson, Britney Spears, Maroon Five, and Christina Aguilera as the only artists in history to have a number one single on US Pop Radio in three different decades.  Jason is also one of the top 20 most followed people in the world on social media – he has more than 300 million followers across all platforms.  He is also a successful entrepreneur, investor, and author of the awesome book, Sing Your Name Out Loud: 15 Rules for Living Your Dream: The Inspiring Story of Jason Derulo.   He also has some of the best advice I have ever heard on the show for people starting their careers and are struggling finding traction.Here are Jason's 15 Rules for Living Your Dream:Take risks. Failure is good.Unlock closed doors. But go through the open ones first.You are only as good as your routine. Train repetitively for your success.Success is for rent. You’ll never pay it off.Stop showing off. Invite your audience to the party.Obstacles are opportunities. Grab creative blessings in disguise.Decide what is important to you. Then connect it to how you spend your time.Those who can, do. Those who can’t, become critics.Respect the hive. Your copilots are as important as the destination.Trust the data. Creativity and analytics go hand in hand.Collaborate, period. Choose people you can teach and learn from.Reveal yourself in your best light. Ignore what works for everyone else.Talent is overrated. Desire is the gift.Work hardest at what comes easiest. Go from good to great.Choose your competition. And keep pushing that bar higher.Timestamps:12:32 - Jason's First Song and First Crush (Crush on You)15:08 - Jason's Mentor and His Love of Basketball20:05 - Writing Placements, Making Connections, and 'Whatcha Say'23:36 - Timing on Song Releases, Tiger Woods, and David Letterman29:01 - Getting Discovered on MySpace 31:31 - Jason's First Paycheck and Buying a Car (Betting on Himself and Forcing Financial Constraints to Make It)34:32 - Jason's Philosophy on Money39:44 - Sometimes Reality Isn't the Dream, Value the Process44:45 - Jason's College Experience (Hard Work, Ramen, and Living on $1 a Day)49:28 - Breaking His Neck and Reinventing Himself with a Daily RoutineCoaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn

My guest today is the incredible Mike Posner. Mike is a singer-songwriter, record producer, and poet. He has released four albums and is best known for his hit song "Cooler Than Me," which he wrote as a sophomore in college. He is also known for the smash hit "I Took a Pill in Ibiza," which is one of my favorite songs of all time and, as of today, has 1.9 billion streams on Spotify. He has written songs for Justin Bieber, Maroon 5, Nick Jonas, Snoop Dogg, and many others, and has been nominated for a Grammy and various MTV Video Music Awards. As the author of the poetry book Teardrops and Balloons, he is also the only Grammy Award-nominated musician to walk across the United States on foot.02:27 - "I Took a Pill in Ibiza"09:08 - Reflections on Success and Struggles13:57 - Overcoming Personal Challenges22:50 - Walking Across America35:05 - Rattlesnake Bite Incident38:24 - Five Lessons from the Walk46:53 - Mount Everest Preparation56:35 - Meditation and Mindfulness1:06:03 - Personal Reflections and Future GoalsCoaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn

My guest today is the incredible Mike Posner. Mike is a singer-songwriter, record producer, and poet. He has released four albums and is best known for his hit song "Cooler Than Me," which he wrote as a sophomore in college. He is also known for the smash hit "I Took a Pill in Ibiza," which is one of my favorite songs of all time and, as of today, has 1.9 billion streams on Spotify. He has written songs for Justin Bieber, Maroon 5, Nick Jonas, Snoop Dogg, and many others, and has been nominated for a Grammy and various MTV Video Music Awards. As the author of the poetry book Teardrops and Balloons, he is also the only Grammy Award-nominated musician to walk across the United States on foot.00:00:00 - Introduction.00:02:57 - Lessons from family and mission-driven values.00:05:50 - A pivotal moment of change.00:08:45 - Entrepreneurial efforts during college.00:11:38 - Early interests and influences.00:14:36 - Challenges and motivational moments.00:17:31 - Discussing patterns of depression and emotional states.00:20:26 - Overcoming self-doubt and silly feelings.00:23:18 - Achievements: Walking across continents and Grammy nominations.00:26:15 - Socio-economic background and educational environment.00:29:08 - Reflections on personal achievements.00:32:08 - Rethinking career and life questions.00:34:56 - Balancing career aspirations with financial realities.00:37:56 - Academic experiences and personal capabilities.00:40:51 - Memorable encounters with celebrities.00:43:43 - Evaluating creative collaborations.00:46:40 - The power of visualization and goal setting.00:49:36 - Long-term commitment to music and personal growth.00:52:28 - Supportive family dynamics and early creative experiences.00:55:27 - Creative process and spontaneous songwriting.00:58:18 - Brief moments and lasting impressions.01:01:16 - Learning about the music business.01:04:11 - Recognition and personal identity in the industry.01:07:06 - Networking and spreading music through social connections.01:10:00 - Philosophical thoughts on happiness and external circumstances.Coaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn

My guest today is the incredible Dana White. For last 23 years Dana has been the President of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the leading mixed martial arts company in the world. During these 23 years, Dana has transformed the UFC from an unwanted, unloved, unsuccessful company heavily indebted into one of the greatest and largest sports franchises in history, and he's viewed by many as the greatest sports promoter in history. He is also the founder of Power Slap, a slap fighting promotion company owned by Ultimate Fighting Championship showcasing his innovative spirit in sports promotions. 00:00 - Introduction01:16 - Sold UFC for $4 Billion03:25 - Reflecting on Past and Future06:03 - The American Dream08:05 - Joe Rogan's Impact10:14 - Innovating Fight Production13:24 - Discovering Conor McGregor15:20 - Importance of Superstars in UFC17:55 - Story About Jon Jones20:31 - Motivation Post-UFC Sale23:49 - Dana's Current Motivation27:48 - Impact of Money31:15 - Family and Prioritizing Children34:03 - Importance of Preparation36:45 - Loyalty to Joe Rogan and Donald Trump42:26 - Starting a Company: Reality vs Expectation44:26 - Sphere Live Event46:52 - Power Slap: New Venture48:30 - Philanthropy: Helping Those in Need51:53 - Emotional Impact of CharityCoaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn

My guest today is the incredible Dana White. For last 23 years Dana has been the President of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the leading mixed martial arts company in the world. During these 23 years, Dana has transformed the UFC from an unwanted, unloved, unsuccessful company heavily indebted into one of the greatest and largest sports franchises in history, and he's viewed by many as the greatest sports promoter in history. He is also the founder of Power Slap, a slap fighting promotion company owned by Ultimate Fighting Championship showcasing his innovative spirit in sports promotions. 00:00 - Introduction03:18 - Dana's Tough Childhood10:12 - Dana's First Fight17:58 - Dana's Work Experience as a Bellman25:18 - Move to Las Vegas27:15 - Timing is Everything34:29 - Is College Important40:44 - Cleaning Up the UFC43:06 - The Ultimate Fighter Breakthrough48:09 - The American Dream, Hardship, and PerseveranceCoaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn

My guest today is incredible, Lele Pons. Lele is an actress, writer, producer, director, singer, model, brand ambassador, and is one of the most important content creators of all time. She has 54 million followers on Instagram, 39.1 million followers on TikTok, and as 18 million subscribers on her YouTube channel. She stars in "The Secret Life of Lele Pons" – a YouTube Documentary series that provides a look at our personal life, – and is the host of the podcast "Best Kept Secrets with Lele Pons" on Spotify.00:00 - Introduction01:47 - Dancing with the Stars Experience05:12 - Realizing and Handling Fame10:01 - The Pressures of Fame12:11 - Staying Humble23:59 - Risky Adventures and Sharks34:18 - Meeting and Falling in Love49:12 - Idols and Meeting Shakira59:52 - Work Ethic and PreparationCoaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn

My guest today is incredible, Lele Pons. Lele is an actress, writer, producer, director, singer, model, brand ambassador, and is one of the most important content creators of all time. She has 54 million followers on Instagram, 39.1 million followers on TikTok, and as 18 million subscribers on her YouTube channel. She stars in "The Secret Life of Lele Pons" – a YouTube Documentary series that provides a look at our personal life, – and is the host of the podcast "Best Kept Secrets with Lele Pons" on Spotify.00:00 Introduction and Early Influences  03:35 Getting Kidnapped as a Child05:17 Health Challenges, Diagnosis, and Anxiety 07:49 OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)12:50 Exploring Tourette Syndrome16:05 Dealing with ADHD and Executive Functioning19:45 Bullying, School Experiences, and Coping Mechanisms34:40 The Start of Vine44:45 Being Original and the Source of Creativity48:50 Body Image and Content Editing57:39 Lele's FatherCoaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn