Mission Daily

"Know this place for the first time." - T.S. Eliot Chad is joined by Super Friend Liz Wiseman. They discuss why it's so important to accept yourself as you are and the impact COVID-19 could have on the future of work.  The break down: Good News - The good news today is simple: You are perfect the way you are. Hear it from Chad at 0:50. Super Friend - Liz Wiseman is the CEO of the Wiseman Group and a returning Mission Daily guest. She and Chad discuss what it's like to 'see yourself for the first time' and pose the hard question: How do you identify what to battle and what to surrender to in your life? Tune in at 1:00. Daily Mission - Let down the defenses and open up to yourself and to others. Details at 24:35. --- You can subscribe to our weekly newsletter at mission.org and find us on the socials at @TheMissionHQ.  Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

Another analysis of fantasy bonds. Yesterday, Chad kicked off our discussion about fantasy bonds by describing what they are and how to identify them. Today, he digs deeper into how these bonds define not only your relationships with others but also your relationship with your self. The break down: Good News - COVID-19 seems to be losing some traction in New York and Italy. Hear the details at 3:15.  Super Friend - Chad is flying solo, so today's Super Friend is you! Chad explains how and why we've been attached to fantasy bonds since we were little. To learn more about fantasy bonds on your own, check out Robert Firestone's book. To hear Chad talk about them, tune in at 6:40. Daily Mission - Hold the mirror up to yourself. Compare who you really are to who you pretend to be. Then, stop pretending. Details at 14:55. --- You can subscribe to our weekly newsletter at mission.org and find us on the socials at @TheMissionHQ.  Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

"The beginning of wisdom is to call things by their proper name." ~ Confucius Back and burning more sage than ever is your host, Chad Grills. Today, he dives deep into "fantasy bonds" – what they are, how they affect your life, and how you can begin to identify them. Check it: Good News - Fantasy bonds exist in all our lives, but with the right tools and knowledge, you can face them. Chad introduces Robert Firestone's book, 'The Fantasy Bond,' starting at 1:00. Super Friend - Mission Producer Lacey Peace joins Chad once again. (It's almost like today's and yesterday's episodes were recorded back-to-back... weird.) Daily Mission - Pick out one relationship in your life that you suspect to be a fantasy bond, and identify what's real and what's fantasy. More details at 10:12. EDIT: Chad mentions that we have a daily newsletter. At the time of this recording, we did. However, just yesterday, we decided to switch from a daily newsletter to an even better, all-things-included, weekly newsletter. You can still subscribe to that by going to mission.org. --- You can subscribe to our weekly newsletter at mission.org and find us on the socials at @TheMissionHQ.  Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

Don't let fear-based narratives consume you. On this Monday edition of Mission Daily, Chad is joined by producer and friend Lacey Peace. Chad is burning sage, drinking green tea, and wearing two sets of headphones. Lacey is calling in from a little steel town known by locals as "Yinzburgh." It's a weird one. Here's the breakdown: Good News - A possible COVID-19 vaccine undergoing animal trials is showing some promise (link). Hear about that and more at 1:24. Super Friend - Lacey is a hardened Mission employee and joins Chad on the mic for the first time in a long time. They discuss why being in fight or flight is so unhealthy for the mind and body. (Dive deeper into that topic as it relates to COVID-19 here.) Daily Mission - This one is a tough one: Don't consume anything fear-based today. More on social distancing yourself from fear at 8:00. --- You can subscribe to our daily newsletter at mission.org and find us on the socials at @TheMissionHQ.  Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

"Are you okay?" is a question we all (yes, you) have answered dishonestly. It's time to change that. Chad shares how it felt to finally admit he wasn't okay and what questions you can ask to create the space so others can do the same. (Spoiler: You're gonna have to get vulnerable for this one.) Check it: Good News - A web of human connection exists all around us. Sounds gross, but hear us out at 1:00. Super Friend - Avo was one of the first people to encourage Chad to kick alcohol out of his life permanently. They talk that and more at 6:00. Daily Mission - Ask someone if they are okay, and try your best to create space for them to answer honestly. Details at 23:00. --- You can subscribe to our daily newsletter at mission.org and find us on the socials at @TheMissionHQ.  Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

You are human and you are a survivor.  Chad discusses why pushing through the inner critic is a life (aka world) changer, how to embrace the college cliche of "Dance like no one is watching," plus his passion for the state of California - and the US as a whole - shines through (send in the thought police!) Here's the breakdown: Good News - It ain't all doom and gloom in the world of COVID, hear why starting at 2:20. Super Friend - Chad is joined by Adam Fisher, a veteran of the Silicon Valley “underground.” Sit in on the convo starting at 17:53. Daily Mission  - Acknowledge someone who has helped save your life in a public way. Details at 41:50. --- You can subscribe to our daily newsletter at mission.org and find us on the socials at @TheMissionHQ.  Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

New month, new Mission Daily format. It's true, we haven't been able to settle on a format for this show since it launched over 400 episodes ago... But today, we are (finally!) returning to our founding ethos and using this show as a daily transport of the news and topics that really matter, all hosted by Mission CEO Chad Grills. Each day you’ll get: Good News: Coverage of the people, teams, and topics that are pushing humanity towards the next stage of human evolution. Super Friends: From authors, to business leaders, to health gurus, to random folks doing awesome things, meet the people who are our Super Friends. A Daily Mission: One actionable thing you can do today to improve yourself (and the world). Are you ready for an unfiltered deep dive into the topics that are helping push the envelope for humanity? Good, because we sure the hell aren't. Join us on this wild journey today by hitting (or smashing) that subscribe button. --- You can subscribe to our daily newsletter at mission.org and find us on the socials at @TheMissionHQ.  Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

Today’s guest is Jon Shreve, the President and CEO of MCG Health, an independent voice that provides healthcare solutions and informed care strategies.  On this episode, Jon explains MCG’s role as an information provider, shares his journey into healthcare, and defines what sets MCG apart. He also touches on his philosophy as a leader, MCG’s company culture, and, most important of all, his passion for competitive Scrabble. Tune in and enjoy! — This episode of Mission Daily is brought to you by our friends at TriNet. TriNet makes HR easier, from payroll to benefits to compliance. AND they offer full-service solutions tailored to your industry and your company, whether your team is 10 people or 1,000. Check out TriNet today at trinet.com. — For full show notes and more, go to mission.org/missiondaily. Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

Our guest today is Greg Peters, CEO of Zilliant, an AI-based SaaS application that uses machine learning and predictive analytics techniques to maximize B2B sales. At its core, the company is a solution-focused one, combining data, and data science to come up with answers that salespeople can easily digest. In this episode, Greg and Chad discuss: Greg's background as a sportsperson and his times in other CEO roles. Zilliant's take on culture-building and hiring. How Greg thinks about conflict resolution, leadership, and building great business relationships. Optimistic predictions about the COVID-19 crisis. And much more! — This episode of Mission Daily is brought to you by our friends at TriNet. TriNet makes HR easier, from payroll to benefits to compliance. AND they offer full-service solutions tailored to your industry and your company, whether your team is 10 people or 1,000. Check out TriNet today at trinet.com. — For full show notes and more, go to mission.org/missiondaily. Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

As the world collectively shifts toward remote work, it becomes a struggle to maintain our usual levels of productivity and efficiency. Evernote, the personal productivity tool designed to act as an extension of our brain, has never been as useful as it is today. As CEO, Ian Small is dedicated to doing the things that you would expect from a tool like Evernote, but doing them right. Ian and Chad discuss: Ian's early career, including the work he did at Apple and at Quicktime. What it was like entering his first CEO role at TokBox in 2009. Why productivity matters so much, and tips for staying focused in these shifting times. Plus much more! — This episode of Mission Daily is brought to you by our friends at TriNet. TriNet makes HR easier, from payroll to benefits to compliance. AND they offer full-service solutions tailored to your industry and your company, whether your team is 10 people or 1,000. Check out TriNet today at trinet.com. — For full show notes and more, go to mission.org/missiondaily. Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/