Nature can inspire and guide us to better leadership and business practices. Albert and Stephanie discuss the powerful lessons they've learned by observing the natural world -- from the story of Velcro's invention to the strategic organization of ants. Discover how the principles of biomimicry, ecosystem interdependence, and crisis management in nature can transform your approach to business and life.Key Moments:0:00 Intro01:43 What is Biometric Design?04:19 Why turn to nature for inspiration?07:33 Lessons from Ants: How to Build Something Great10:22 Creating Success Ecosystems in Business16:56 Lessons in Longevity from Alligators24:10 Facing Crisis: How to Weather the Storm33:09 How to be Present in Nature39:22 Physical Habits to Copy from Animals (Screaming, shaking, and more)41:17 Outro Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

This IS legal... at least Adam Robinson says it is. In this episode, Adam Robinson, founder of Retention.com, shares his groundbreaking approach to email marketing. Discover how Adam went from a high-stakes career at Lehman Brothers to building successful tech companies by embracing transparency and giving away valuable products for free. He discusses the pivotal moments that led him to entrepreneurship, the challenges he faced in scaling his first company, and his innovative strategies at Retention.com that keep him ahead in the competitive SaaS landscape.Key Moments:00:00 Intro01:20 How Would Adam's Audience Describe Him?02:50 The Lehman Brothers Chapter: From Finance to Tech04:50 The Birth of Vimeo: Witnessing a Startup’s Growth06:12 Business Lessons from Working a 9-510:00 From Credit Default Swaps to Startup Dreams17:10 The Birth of Retention.com: Revolutionizing Email Marketing20:40 Launching a New Product: R2B2 Vision and Strategy23:40 Giving Away Value for Free: The Freemium Model28:50 Building a Loyal Customer Base: The Power of Authentic Content42:10 How Adam Thinks Differently About Brand Building48:40 Overcoming Operational Challenges with Executive Coaching54:00 Downfalls of Executive Coaching01:01:00 Always Be Ready for a Lawsuit01:03:30 Top Non-Work Habits01:09:48 Outro---Questions, suggestions, or thoughts? Shoot us an email at info@mission.org Follow Stephanie on Instagram: @stephanie_postlesLearn more about Mission: Mission.org Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

Why are children more anxious and unhappy than ever? Leila Centner believes the cause lies in environmental, social, and medical practices that are harming our youth and leading to generations of unhealthy and unhappy adults.Leila is the co-founder and CEO of Centner Academy, called “America’s Happiest School.” Center Academy is a private school in Miami founded in 2019 that focuses on happiness and holistic education. Center Academy emphasizes emotional intelligence, mindfulness, healthy eating, as well as a rigorous curriculum.The episode explores Leila’s personal experiences, her motivation for founding Centner Academy, and her broader vision for education and wellness. She shares insights on effective and ineffective medical practices, how to begin with holistic medicine, three immediate actions you can take at home to improve your health and well-being, and so much more!Key Moments00:00 Intro01:20 Why The World Wanted To Cancel Leila07:21 How To Build A Community Of Critical Thinkers10:21 The Power Of Intuition (Leila’s Backstory)14:55 How To Teach Kids Manifestation And Trusting Intuition17:12 Why Start A School20:49 The Importance Of Good Water22:01 Leila’s Ultimate Vision For The School23:05 Introduction To Centner Wellness27:48 Why You Need To Detox Detox Detox33:49 Three Things You Can Do At Home To Detox39:17 Getting Started With Supplements43:22 Leila’s Thoughts On Childhood Vaccines51:43 Question Everything (Especially When It Comes To Your Kids)55:46 OutroMentions Dr. Larry Palevsky Bobby Kennedy Bubble Breathing Tony Robbins’ Body Scan Teri Cochrane Step by Step Coffee Enema Guide Cellcore Phase 1 Therasage (Use code “CENTNER” for a discount) Higherdose Infared Sauna Blanket Dr. Lee Merritt Dr. Group’s Supplements Vaccine Friendly Plan by Dr. Paul Thomas Dissolving Illusions Book Questions, suggestions, or thoughts? Shoot us an email at info@mission.org Follow Stephanie on Instagram -> @stephanie_postlesLearn more about Mission -> Mission.org Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

What does it take to stay creative and sharp as an adult? Steph and Albert start part 1 of their discussion about creativity and what they do to think differently. Steph talks about how she looks across industries for lessons she can apply in her life and business. Plus, she and Albert go down an investing and finance rabbit hole.Mentions:Adult Neurogenesis---Questions, suggestions, or thoughts? Shoot us an email at info@mission.org Follow Stephanie on TikTok -> @lifeandtimesofstephanie Hit up Albert on Twitter -> @albert4waves---P.S. - This is a re-run episode from last year. We hope you love it as much as we did when we recorded it! Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

Discover how successful entrepreneurs prioritize high-value tasks, outsource non-essential work, and reclaim their freedom. Dive into the debate on whether free time impacts professional success more than time spent working. Explore the benefits of outsourcing personal tasks, valuing time, and prioritizing joy by saying no to non-essential tasks.

This week, Steph heads into the studio for an amazing 1:1 with a guest many of you probably know. To Steph, Liv Boeree is a good friend and conversation partner. To the rest of the world, Liv is a renowned model, science communicator, philanthropist, public speaker, television personality, heavy metal guitarist, and World Series of Poker bracelet winner. And that’s only scratching the surface.In this highly entertaining hour, Liv and Steph dive into a wide range of topics, covering everything from focused altruism, poker theory, competitive spirit, AI, among many others.When you finish we just know you’ll have questions and/or comments. Reach out to info@mission.org.Mentions: Raising for Effective Giving World Series of Poker Tinder Slate Star Codex The Brothers Karamazov Isabel Boka HP Lovecraft Stephen King ---P.S. - This is a re-run episode from last year. We hope you love it as much as we did when we recorded it! Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

Everyone is talking about hitting a “flow” state. But what does this actually mean? How does one enter a flow state? And how do I know if I'm in it or not?Today, I share what it means to be in flow, how to live in flow, and my THREE daily practices to co-collaborate and flow with the universe.Key Moments:0:00 - Introduction0:58 - What is a Flow State?2:13 - How to live in a Flow State5:55 - Aligning your life with the universe's plan8:49 - How does a Flow State work?10:55 - The Neuroscience behind the Flow State15:00 - Getting into Flow starts with Passion18:00 - Have Grace with Yourself18:50 - Vision vs Plan20:20 - Chakra Breathing Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

What do ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs, the Bible, the Quran, the Upanishads, and the Vedas all have in common? They depict or discuss using hands for healing. This method of healing, whether physical or psychological, appears again and again across histories and cultures. With such a storied background, I was compelled to dive into the world of Energy Healing.In this episode, I decided to experience energy healing firsthand. I invited an energy healer to guide me through the process. Tune in as I explore the basics of the 7 Chakras, describe my session with the energy healer, and share the mantras she taught me to help open my chakras.Plus, I’ll share a story that completely changed how I view life’s experiences. It’s a shift in perspective that has allowed me to let go of regret, fear, pain, and anger, and it has been nothing short of eye-opening.Key Moments0:00 Intro1:51 What is Energy Healing2:29 What are the 7 Chakras4:27 What to expect when meeting with an Energy Healer8:12 What to do if a Chakra is blocked13:13 BONUS! The Cosmic Bus Stop Analogy 18:48 RecapMentions The Energy Codes: The 7-Step System to Awaken Your Spirit, Heal Your Body, and Live Your Best Life Mantras Prompt for ChatGPT: “My *insert chakra* chakra needs activation and opening. Give me some well-founded mantras that come from different spiritual teachers and yoga teachers. What kind of mantras would they recommend for me to say morning and night every single day?” Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

We share our top takeaways from "Same as Ever" by Morgan Housel. This book dives into the things in business and life that never change - core concepts that will help you prepare for any number of uncertain futures.Timestamps 00:00 Intro01:32 What makes this book different06:10 We often confuse consensus with expertise 12:41 You can't predict catastrophe17:28 Why you should be optimistic about the future23:34 Negative attracts Negative26:52 The best story always wins32:02 Time is your greatest asset34:21 Expect a miracle once a month36:12 Life is supposed to be hard39:08 Outro Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/

Discover the #1 strategy that experts swear by for releasing mental load and embracing a lighter, more harmonious life. Learn one technique you can (and should!) do every day to release the stress that is holding you back. Plus, stay tuned until the end, where I'll share my top book recommendation for those looking to explore further. Email us -> info@mission.orgWork with us -> https://www.missionsponsors.com/Follow Stephanie -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepostles/