Leading with Genuine Care

This week’s conversation with psychologist and founder of The Mindful Living Collective, Elisha Goldstein, Ph.D., is jam-packed with nuggets of insightful wisdom. As a teacher of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), Elisha explains mindful ways to handle complex relationships, build on your self-care routines, and live a life that you’ll look back on with a smile.   As a teacher of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), Elisha started the Mindful Living Collective to create an online space where anyone can discover new teachings and practices, connect with like-minded people, and apply these lessons to their own lives.  He is also the co-founder of The Center for Mindful Living in Los Angeles, and creator of the 6-month online coaching program, A Course in Mindful Living. His books include Uncovering Happiness, The Now Effect, A Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Workbook, and MBSR Everyday.    In an increasingly fragmented society, Elisha works to bring people together so they may motivate and inspire one another in far-reaching ways.   In this episode of the donothing podcast, you’ll learn:   Why Elisha starts each day with gratitude Elisha’s advice for building mindful workplace relationships When Elisha discovered that failure can be a huge gift The scientific benefits behind mindfulness and meditation Why Elisha began to study mindfulness-based stress reduction What practices might help those who don't enjoy meditation Why it’s important to surround yourself with the right people How relaxing your nervous system is integral to mindfulness What the 3:1 ratio is when it comes to positive and negative actions Why everyone should learn Byron Katie’s Four Questions Why Elisha started a Family Retreat in Costa Rica How to access some of Elisha Goldstein’s training at no cost   Check out Elisha Goldstein’s Books Uncovering Happiness https://amzn.to/2PGmKpv The Now Effect https://amzn.to/2PCVQic A Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Workbook https://amzn.to/2TgGp1v MBSR Every Day https://amzn.to/38fJnHU   Check out Elisha Goldstein’s Events Sign up for the next A Course in Mindful Living session acourseinmindfulliving.com   Register for the Mindful Family Retreat in Costa Rica www.imiloainstitute.com/mindful-family-retreat-jun-15-20-2019   Connect with Elisha Goldstein Elisha's How to Be Happier video series: www.elishagoldstein.com A Course in Mindful Living Website: www.courseinmindfulliving.com Facebook:  www.facebook.com/ElishaGoldstein Twitter: www.twitter.com/Mindful_Living LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/elishagoldsteinphd   Join us at the 2020 donothing retreat - registration nearing close Discover why more leaders are practicing mindfulness at the workplace. Join Rob and the donothing team at the 2020 donothing Leadership Retreat in the Colorado Rockies! Experience extraordinary leadership-focused events including the exclusive MindTravel SilentHike with Murray Hidary, meditation teachings with expert instructors, opportunities to connect with other like-minded leaders, and so much more!Get out of your comfort zone and take the most rewarding leadership challenge of your life! Learn more at www.donothingbook.com/retreat.   Follow Rob Dube on Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robdube Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.dube.1 Twitter: twitter.com/robddube   Instagram: www.instagram.com/robddube YouTube: bit.ly/2FYdckW   Rob Dube’s Website www.donothingbook.com     donothing Podcast Subscribe to the donothing podcast to discover simple, practical tips and tools from mindful, high-performing leaders that you can implement in your leadership philosophy today.  www.donothingbook.com/podcast    Buy the donothing book (now available as an audiobook, too!) amzn.to/2y9N1TK

Curious about plant-based nutrition? Whether you’re interested in starting a more plant-based diet or have already been on one for years, you won’t want to miss this week’s fascinating conversation with the renowned nutritionist and author, Julieanna Hever, MS, RD, CPT.  Julieanna—perhaps best-known as the Plant-Based Dietitian—is a passionate advocate for living a healthy, nutritious life. With an M.S. in Nutrition, Julieanna has written five books about the advantages of a plant-based diet including The Vegiterranean Diet, The Healthspan Solution, and The Idiot’s Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition. She’s also a speaker and has appeared on shows like Dr. Oz, E! News, The Steve Harvey Show, and more.  Julieanna is also an entrepreneur. She’s the co-founder and nutrition director for The Healthspan Solution with her business partner Ray Cronise. She consults with clients around the globe which has included big names like Penn Gillette, Cyan Banister, and Rich Roll. In this episode of the donothing podcast, you’ll learn: How Julieanna found a career in nutrition  Which major health benefits people experience after going plant-based Common misconceptions about carbs How to eat a plant-based diet on a budget Why Julieanna’s recipes don’t include traditional nutrition information The difference between vegan and plant-based  How we can change our relationship with food Why plant-based diets can help athletes perform better Julieanna’s advice on transitioning to a plant-based diet Why it’s okay to “cheat” sometimes on a plant-based diet How The Healthspan Solution helped Penn Gillette get healthy What the Blue Zones are and what do they have in common? Why Julieanna doesn’t count calories with her clients About the world’s chronic overconsumption problem What the number one way to live longer is Connect with Julieanna Julieanna’s Website: https://plantbaseddietitian.com The Healthspan Solution’s Website: https://healthspansolution.com LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/julieanna-hever-96b9395 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/PlantBasedDietitian Twitter: https://twitter.com/PlantDietitian Buy Julieanna’s Books The Healthspan Solution: How and What to Eat to Add Life to Your Years https://amzn.to/2T9XgSs The Idiot’s Guide to Plant-Based Nutritionhttps://amzn.to/3a22vu5 The Vegiterranean Diet https://amzn.to/2vY10yv Julieanna’s Recommended Resources & Events The Healthspan Diet on a Budgethttps://bit.ly/2PmWv7f NutritionFacts with Dr. Michael Greger, MD FACLMhttps://nutritionfacts.org Science and Saucery Podcastbit.ly/scienceandsaucery 2020 Plant-Based Culinary Excursion in Francebit.ly/plantbasedfrance 2021 Thai Plant-Based Culinary and Nutrition Retreathttps://plantbasedthai.com Jump Start a Future of Positive, Mindful Leadership! Discover why more leaders are practicing mindfulness at the workplace. Join Rob and the donothing team at the 2020 donothing Leadership Retreat in the Colorado Rockies! Experience extraordinary leadership-focused events including the exclusive MindTravel SilentHike with Murray Hidary, meditation teachings with expert instructors, opportunities to connect with other like-minded leaders, and so much more!Get out of your comfort zone and take the most rewarding leadership challenge of your life! Learn more at www.donothingbook.com/retreat.   Follow Rob Dube on Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robdube Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.dube.1 Twitter: twitter.com/robddube   Instagram: www.instagram.com/robddube YouTube: bit.ly/2FYdckW   Rob Dube’s Website www.donothingbook.com     donothing Podcast Subscribe to the donothing podcast to discover simple, practical tips and tools from mindful, high-performing leaders that you can implement in your leadership philosophy today.  www.donothingbook.com/podcast    Buy the donothing book (now available as an audiobook, too!) amzn.to/2y9N1TK

Leore Avidar is the CEO and co-founder of Lob, one of the fastest-growing companies in America. He’s also a business leader with a deep passion for culture, diverse workplaces, and growing an organization that people want to stay at for life.  Lob works to better connect the online and offline world for brands including Booking.com, HelloFresh, Betterment, and over 5,000 more. Last year, Lob ranked #12 on San Francisco Business Times’ Fastest-Growing Private Companies list with a reported 360% year-over-year revenue growth from 2016–2018.  At Lob and beyond, Leore is committed to building a diverse tech ecosystem. In 2017, he was honored on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. He and his partner Harry Zhang are members of Founders for Change group, which brings together venture-backed founders who are dedicated to improving diversity and inclusion within their companies, as well as within the investment community. Lob is backed by leading investors including Y Combinator, Floodgate and Polaris Partners. Today, Lob employs 80 people, and its 2018 revenue was $44 million. In this episode of the donothing podcast, you’ll learn: What Leore wanted to build as a young child When Leore first became interested in entrepreneurship What valuable leadership advice Leore learned in high school  Why Leore left Wall Street to become an entrepreneur What Kobe Bryant taught Leore about work ethic Why Leore is so passionate about mentorship About Leore’s earliest social commerce startup What all Lob employees receive when they’re hired Why Leore checks in with his team members on Sundays  How turnover stays so low at Lob Why Lob has a VP of People How experiences can teach us more than books ever will And so much more! Enjoy my great conversation with Leore! Connect with Leore Avidar and Lob Website: http://lob.com LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bavidar Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/bavidar Twitter: https://twitter.com/bavidar Make This Your Year of Positive, Mindful Leadership! Discover why more leaders are practicing mindfulness at the workplace. Join Rob and the donothing team at the 2020 donothing Leadership Retreat in the Colorado Rockies! Experience extraordinary leadership-focused events including the exclusive MindTravel SilentHike with Murray Hidary, meditation teachings with expert instructors, opportunities to connect with other like-minded leaders, and so much more!Get out of your comfort zone and take the most rewarding leadership challenge of your life! Learn more at www.donothingbook.com/retreat. Follow Rob Dube on Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robdube Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.dube.1 Twitter: twitter.com/robddube   Instagram: www.instagram.com/robddube YouTube: bit.ly/2FYdckW Rob Dube’s Website www.donothingbook.com   donothing Podcast Subscribe to the donothing podcast to discover simple, practical tips and tools from mindful, high-performing leaders that you can implement in your leadership philosophy today.  www.donothingbook.com/podcast  Buy the donothing book (now available as an audiobook, too!) amzn.to/2y9N1TK

In this episode of the donothing podcast, I chat with John Anderson, a lifelong business strategist and entrepreneur. Listen and learn John’s smart business advice on achieving your goals, his struggles with addiction, and why perseverance is the key to a full, successful life at any age.  John also shares how we can all enjoy the second half of life with even more passion and purpose than the first through his recently published book Replace Retirement: Living Your Legacy in the Exponential Age and in his coaching business. For the past 20 years, John has coached CEOs and executive teams in developing clear, measurable goals underpinned with structures and insights to achieve both professional and personal success. John’s entrepreneurial spirit has guided much of his professional life starting in the office furniture industry where he built, then sold, a leading office furniture dealership.  He was the first coach to work with Verne Harnish of Gazelles Inc., which is considered one of the leading executive coaching organizations. John is also active in corporate speaking and coaching, and has equity in a variety of entrepreneurial companies including The CEO Advantage, Dogtopia, VizBe, Exponential Advisor, and more. In this episode, you’ll also learn: John’s advice on building healthy habits How John motivates himself to stay physically fit What John’s father taught him about perseverance The importance of goal-setting  What lessons John learned from his addiction struggles How John started his career as an entrepreneur Why we need to rethink retirement How to plan the next chapter of your life Tips on finding value, passion, and purpose after retirement And so much more! Enjoy my great conversation with John Anderson! Connect with John & Replace Retirement Website: www.replaceretirement.com LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnanderson12 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ReplaceRetirement   John’s Recommended Resources The Power of Beliefs in Business, by Ari Weinzweig https://www.zingtrain.com/web0816   The Strangest Secret, by Earl Nightingale https://amzn.to/2OKGBTV   The Obstacle Is the Way, by Ryan Holiday https://amzn.to/3bueGBy   Into Thin Air, by Jon Krakauer https://amzn.to/2SsEKEc   Scaling Up, by Verne Harnish https://amzn.to/38nhVsE   Titan: The Life of John D. Rockefeller, Jr., by Ron Chernow https://amzn.to/2w4X1jv   Traction: Get Grip on Your Business, by Gino Wickman https://amzn.to/31JANzx Make This Your Year of Positive, Mindful Leadership! Discover why more leaders are practicing mindfulness at the workplace. Join Rob and the donothing team at the 2020 donothing Leadership Retreat in the Colorado Rockies! Experience extraordinary leadership-focused events including the exclusive MindTravel SilentHike with Murray Hidary, meditation teachings with expert instructors, opportunities to connect with other like-minded leaders, and so much more!Get out of your comfort zone and take the most rewarding leadership challenge of your life! Learn more at www.donothingbook.com/retreat. Follow Rob Dube on Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robdube Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.dube.1 Twitter: twitter.com/robddube   Instagram: www.instagram.com/robddube YouTube: bit.ly/2FYdckW Rob Dube’s Website www.donothingbook.com   donothing Podcast Subscribe to the donothing podcast to discover simple, practical tips and tools from mindful, high-performing leaders that you can implement in your leadership philosophy today.  www.donothingbook.com/podcast   Buy the donothing book (now available as an audiobook, too!) amzn.to/2y9N1TK

Zev Suissa is the Chief Innovation Officer, Strategic Partnerships for eMindful, an online platform designed to boost productivity and reduce stress through proven, accessible wellness and mindfulness programs. He’s also full of wisdom about healthy workplaces and the benefits that come with launching human-focused initiatives. Prior to his work with eMindful, Zev led innovative strategies for big brands like Nike, American Airlines, Paramount Pictures, and more. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in developing strategic partnerships, using in-depth data insights, and keeping his pulse on digital trends. Listen and learn how Zev helped to grow eMindful into the industry leader it has become and why every business should prioritize the physical and mental wellbeing of every team member. In this episode of the donothing podcast, you’ll learn: How Zev first became interested in mindfulness About Zev’s early successes in digital media and innovation Why the 1% Challenge and 14 minutes of meditation can help with mindful resolutions Which wellness and mindfulness programs eMindful offers What the Stress Scale is How eMindul quantifies workplace stress reduction The percentage that workplace stress was reduced thanks to eMindful Why mindful workplaces are good for your bottom line How eMindful works with major companies like Aetna and Nike Why community-driven initiatives are good for business How Aetna’s Mark Bertolini helped with eMindful’s success What’s next for the mindfulness world And so much more! Special Offer for donothing Listeners! Zev is offering 36% off of all eM Life subscription plans for donothing listeners! Just enter the discount code donothing36 at checkout. Connect with Zev Suissa & eMindful Website: https://vibe.emindful.com/opc Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/eMindful Twitter: https://twitter.com/eMindful LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zevsuissa Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/emindfullife   Make This Your Year of Positive, Mindful Leadership! Discover why more leaders are practicing mindfulness at the workplace. Join Rob and the donothing team at the 2020 donothing Leadership Retreat in the Colorado Rockies! Experience extraordinary leadership-focused events including the exclusive MindTravel SilentHike with Murray Hidary, meditation teachings with expert instructors, opportunities to connect with other like-minded leaders, and so much more!Get out of your comfort zone and take the most rewarding leadership challenge of your life! Learn more at www.donothingbook.com/retreat. Follow Rob Dube on Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robdube Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.dube.1 Twitter: twitter.com/robddube   Instagram: www.instagram.com/robddube YouTube: bit.ly/2FYdckW Rob Dube’s Website www.donothingbook.com   donothing Podcast Subscribe to the donothing podcast to discover simple, practical tips and tools from mindful, high-performing leaders that you can implement in your leadership philosophy today.  www.donothingbook.com/podcast   Buy the donothing book (now available as an audiobook, too!) amzn.to/2y9N1TK

Searching for some in-depth, spiritual lessons that are still grounded in reality? Look no further than Spring Washam! From mindfulness fundamentals to Ayahuasca retreats to leadership insights, this world-renowned meditation teacher, author, and expert in plant medicine has it all. Based between California and Peru, Spring is considered a pioneer in bringing mindfulness-based healing practices to diverse communities. She is one of the founders and core teachers at the East Bay Meditation Center in Oakland, California. She received extensive training by Jack Kornfield, is a member of the teacher’s council at Spirit Rock Meditation Center, and has practiced and studied Buddhist philosophy in both the Theravada and Tibetan schools of Buddhism for the last 20 years.  In addition to being a teacher, she is also a shamanic practitioner and has studied indigenous healing practices for over a decade. She is the founder of Lotus Vine Journeys, an organization that blends indigenous healing practices with Buddhist wisdom. She’s also written the book A Fierce Heart: Finding Strength, Courage and Wisdom in Any Moment, amongst other publications. In this episode of the podcast, you’ll also learn: What the four foundations of mindfulness are How a mindful practice can impact every aspect of our lives Why retreats are especially important for CEOs and leaders Spring’s feedback for cultivating a yoga practice About Spring’s Ayahuasca retreats in Peru The reasons we should often run towards our problems—not away from them Why our minds are like the results page on a Google search The significance of the number 108 Spring’s relationship with her spiritual mentor, Jack Kornfield Why people are drawn to Crestone, Colorado for retreats And so much more!   Connect with Spring Washam Website: www.SpringWasham.com Facebook:  www.facebook.com/teacher.springwasham Twitter: www.twitter.com/SpringWasham   Order Spring Washam’s Book A Fierce Heart: Finding Strength, Courage and Wisdom in Any Moment https://amzn.to/3aPuTRi   Spring Washam’s Resources and Recommendations  A New Earth, by Eckhart Tolle https://amzn.to/2uC5jyD Hero with a Thousand Faces, by Joseph Campbell https://amzn.to/3aP9l7B   Man’s Eternal Quest, by Paramahansa Yogananda https://amzn.to/37tbL9L   Paul Lewin: Oakland Artistwww.paullewinart.com   Michael Beckwith: Spiritual Leader & Advisor https://michaelbeckwith.com   Alice Walker: Writer, Poet, and Activist https://alicewalkersgarden.com Make This Your Year of Positive, Mindful Leadership! Discover why more leaders are practicing mindfulness at the workplace. Join Rob and the donothing team at the 2020 donothing Leadership Retreat in the Colorado Rockies! Experience extraordinary leadership-focused events including the exclusive MindTravel SilentHike with Murray Hidary, meditation teachings with expert instructors, opportunities to connect with other like-minded leaders, and so much more!Get out of your comfort zone and take the most rewarding leadership challenge of your life! Learn more at www.donothingbook.com/retreat.   Follow Rob Dube on Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robdube Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.dube.1 Twitter: twitter.com/robddube   Instagram: www.instagram.com/robddube YouTube: bit.ly/2FYdckW   Rob Dube’s Website www.donothingbook.com     donothing Podcast Subscribe to the donothing podcast to discover simple, practical tips and tools from mindful, high-performing leaders that you can implement in your leadership philosophy today.  www.donothingbook.com/podcast    Buy the donothing book (now available as an audiobook, too!) amzn.to/2y9N1TK

Michael Serbinis is a serial tech entrepreneur who first found success as an early innovator in the internet and cloud storage space. There, he rubbed elbows with now-iconic names like Bill Gates and Elon Musk. He’s helped to build, launch, and sell multiple businesses including docSpace, Zip2, and Kobo with over $1B in exits.   Today, Mike is the CEO and Founder of League Inc., a healthcare platform that’s set to disrupt the insurance world. He’s also become an advocate for integrating health and mindfulness programs into the workplace.   This week, Michael gives listeners an inside look into what it takes to grow a company from the initial idea to the final exit, why perseverance is key to success, how wellness is taking over the startup world, and so much more.    In this conversation with Michael Serbinis, you’ll also learn:   The importance of sleep and performance His background growing up in an immigrant family How Michael built a jet propulsion system at 16 years old  What this project taught him about problem-solving, communication, and teamwork Why learning about engineering changed Michael’s life How Michael found his resilience His experience working with Bill Gates in early ‘90s How Michael met and worked with Kimbal and Elon Musk What a strong workplace culture means to Michael Why wellness, mindfulness, and meditation in the workplace is growing How companies are integrating wellness into the workplace What Michael sees for the future of wellness in the workplace If Michael thinks mindfulness in the workplace is just a trend How to ensure your company practices the values they preach What life and leadership lesson Michael learned from Wayne Gretzky  About the growth and exit of his first cloud-based company, docSpace Why Michael created Kobo, a rival to the Kindle e-reader How he sold Kobo at just the right time What Michael did while taking time off work When he decided to get back into the business world Why Michael wanted to solve major problems in the healthcare industry How his newest venture, League, can help healthcare be less confusing What innovative tools make League potentially disruptive to healthcare Which audience is League primarily targeting What Michael envisions for the future of League And so much more!   Enjoy my conversation with Mike Serbinis!   Connect with League & Mike Serbinis League’s Website: https://league.com/us LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mserbinis Twitter: https://twitter.com/mserbinis Make This Your Year of Positive, Mindful Leadership! Discover why more leaders are practicing mindfulness at the workplace. Join Rob and the donothing team at the 2020 donothing Leadership Retreat in the Colorado Rockies! Experience extraordinary leadership-focused events including the exclusive MindTravel SilentHike with Murray Hidary, meditation teachings with expert instructors, opportunities to connect with other like-minded leaders, and so much more!Get out of your comfort zone and take the most rewarding leadership challenge of your life! Learn more at www.donothingbook.com/retreat.   Follow Rob Dube on Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robdube Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.dube.1 Twitter: twitter.com/robddube   Instagram: www.instagram.com/robddube YouTube: bit.ly/2FYdckW   Rob Dube’s Website www.donothingbook.com     donothing Podcast Subscribe to the donothing podcast to discover simple, practical tips and tools from mindful, high-performing leaders that you can implement in your leadership philosophy today.  www.donothingbook.com/podcast    Buy the donothing book (now available as an audiobook, too!) amzn.to/2y9N1TK

Entrepreneur. Composer. Artist. Tech pioneer. Mindful leader. These are just a few words that describe Murray Hidary. Early in his career, Murray had great success on the internet by introducing new technology before most people knew it existed.   Then, after growing and selling several successful businesses, Murray went back to his first love—classical composing. He then discovered a way to meld music, tech, and our growing interest in mindfulness with his newest venture, MindTravel.   MindTravel is a one-of-a-kind immersive musical event. Participants will view the world from a different perspective after experiencing live, improvised musical compositions that reflect the unique surroundings. These locations have included places like the Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Grace Cathedral, and Burning Man, as well as in cities, theatres, beaches, and parks around the world.    He also ties MindTravel with discussions about entrepreneurship, creativity, and life in general. More recently, he’s introduced the MindTravel SilentWalk and MindTravel SilentHike, which offer participants a new way of seeing their surroundings.    In this podcast, learn about Murray’s fascinating, purpose-driven entrepreneurial background, and discover why his new passion is giving people an enlightened perspective on the world.   In this episode of the donothing podcast, you’ll also discover: Murray’s early experiences as a young entrepreneur When Murray first found his love for music Why Murray decided not to pursue a career in music after graduation What led Murray to explore Buddhism after growing up Orthodox Jewish How Murray’s travels through Asia changed his life Why Murray bet on a then-new technology called the Internet What Murray’s earliest internet-based companies were Murray’s success taking Dice.com public at just 27 years old Why Murray calls his then-youth an asset to his success How Murray and his team dealt with the Internet bubble bursting in 2000 About the new company that Murray and his brother launched after 9/11 What drove Murray to keep creating new businesses Why Murray moved into the personal development space How music helps people tap into their deep consciousness Why opening up the mind helps leaders and entrepreneurs When Murray decided to refocus on music and compositions How Murray came up with the concept for MindTravel Why having success in business isn’t the same as being successful How the death of Murray’s sister changed his life Why grief can open up deeper parts of yourself What keeps us trapped within our negative mindsets How connecting with himself helped Murray manage his anxiety What everyone on Earth has in common And so much more!   Enjoy my inspiring conversation with Murray Hidary!   Connect with Murray Hidary Website:  www.murrayhidary.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/murrayhidary Instagram: www.instagram.com/murrayhidary   Connect with MindTravel Website:  www.mindtravel.com   Facebook: www.facebook.com/mindtravelmusic Instagram: www.instagram.com/mindtravelmusic   Register Now for the Most Rewarding Leadership Challenge of Your Life! You’ve likely heard about the benefits of integrating mindfulness into your life and leadership. But where do you even begin? Or, how can you take your current mindfulness practice to the next level?No matter where you are on your journey, the 2020 donothing Leadership Retreat was designed for you! Join me and other like-minded leaders as we get out of our comfort zones and focus on becoming the best leaders we can be.Together, we’ll grow in ways never imagined through powerful teachings, mindfulness training, and undistracted time for real reflection and rejuvenation. www.donothingbook.com/retreat   Follow Rob Dube on Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robdube Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.dube.1 Twitter: twitter.com/robddube   Instagram: www.instagram.com/robddube YouTube: bit.ly/2FYdckW   Rob Dube’s Website www.donothingbook.com     donothing Podcast Subscribe to the donothing podcast to discover simple, practical tips and tools from mindful, high-performing leaders that you can implement in your leadership philosophy today.  www.donothingbook.com/podcast    Buy the donothing book (now available as an audiobook, too!) amzn.to/2y9N1TK

Curious about the growing world of cryptocurrency and Bitcoin? Want to know how this all-digital monetary system could disrupt the world’s financial structures? Why might women, young people, and those not born into money reap the most benefits? Learn this and more in my chat with Deana Burke!   Deana is the founder of Gracias, a mission-driven startup working to bring Bitcoin to young women, teens, and people from diverse backgrounds (Tony Robbins is an investor!). As someone who’s personally fascinated by cryptocurrency, but doesn’t quite understand it, I was thrilled to sit down with Deana in hopes of learning more.    But Deana is filled with more than just cryptocurrency knowledge. She’s also a brilliant entrepreneur with an emphasis on building mindful companies. Currently, she’s the co-founder of CO, a co-working space in the Hudson Valley, an active advisor to another female founded startup, Allcall Travel, and co-founded the strategic consulting firm Agency of Trillions, which was acquired by Indiegogo in 2017.    As a fabulous teacher with an easygoing, accessible way of explaining complex concepts, I learned more in an hour about Bitcoin than I had in years of trying to figure it out myself—and I know you will as well.   In this episode of the donothing podcast, you’ll also discover:   How Deana organizes her life so she doesn’t burn out Deana’s early career in the “Wild West” of social media If Deana or Rob would spend a month on a space station What it was like when her first company was acquired by Indiegogo The importance of distancing yourself from job stressors How Deana offers herself perspective when she feels overwhelmed Why Deana loves Bitcoin How  Bitcoin actually works Why cryptocurrency opens up financial success to everyone  The advantages of a financial system with no “gatekeeper” What the benefits of having a decentralized financial system are Who decides how much Bitcoin is out there What it means to “mine” Bitcoin The mysterious beginnings of Bitcoin’s invention How Deana is introducing people to Bitcoin Dean’s recommendations when buying Bitcoin for the first time Why Deana launched Gracias to make Bitcoin more accessible What risks Deana had to take when starting Gracias How Deana got Tony Robbins to invest in Gracias Why there’s no template to being a great leader   Enjoy my fascinating conversation with Deana Burke!   Connect with Deana Burke & Gracias Website:  www.getgracias.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/medeana LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/deanaburke Twitter: www.instagram.com/getgracias Deana’s Recommended Books Trillions: Thriving in the Emerging Information Ecology, by Peter Lucas, Joe Ballay, and Mickey McManushttps://amzn.to/2T52WP1 The Power of Now, by Eckhart Tolle https://amzn.to/2Fv2MZm Untethered Soul, by Michael Singer https://amzn.to/2QwNIAN   Register Now for the Most Rewarding Leadership Challenge of Your Life! You’ve likely heard about the benefits of integrating mindfulness into your life and leadership. But where do you even begin? Or, how can you take your current mindfulness practice to the next level?No matter where you are on your journey, the 2020 donothing Leadership Retreat was designed for you! Join me and other like-minded leaders as we get out of our comfort zones and focus on becoming the best leaders we can be.Together, we’ll grow in ways never imagined through powerful teachings, mindfulness trainings, and undistracted time for real reflection and rejuvenation. www.donothingbook.com/retreat   Follow Rob Dube on Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robdube Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.dube.1 Twitter: twitter.com/robddube   Instagram: www.instagram.com/robddube YouTube: bit.ly/2FYdckW   Rob Dube’s Website www.donothingbook.com     donothing Podcast Subscribe to the donothing podcast to discover simple, practical tips and tools from mindful, high-performing leaders that you can implement in your leadership philosophy today.  www.donothingbook.com/podcast    Buy the donothing book (now available as an audiobook, too!) amzn.to/2y9N1TK

Get ready for an hour packed with brilliant leadership and entrepreneurial wisdom! On this episode, hear how Mojo Media Labs founder and CEO Mike Rose found his passion for business, evolved into a people-first leader, learned the value of total transparency, and more.  Mike’s also an advocate for open-book management. Listen as he explains how he first discovered open-book management, why financial literacy creates more dedicated team members, and what incredible benefits it provides for those in leadership. Today, Mike proudly serves as a visionary, practitioner, and mentor for Mojo and its people. He’s also a speaker, guest writer for Forbes, Inc., HubSpot, and a regular guest on Fox News. Mike is also a life-learner who dedicates himself to organizations such as Vistage and the Small Giants Community. In this episode of the donothing podcast, you’ll also learn about: How entrepreneurship runs in his family Why Mike was first drawn to the Small Giants Community What open-book management is  How practicing the Great Game of Business was a “game changer” Why teaching your team financial accountability makes businesses stronger The value of transparency Why business leaders need to use patience The importance of trust within every relationship Why taking action too fast can seriously damage your business plans When Mike started integrated the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) Which business books have inspired Mike  Why Mike went from business to biochemistry back to business Which life lessons Mike took with him from growing up in a small town How Mike started his first successful business Mike’s relationship with money Why Mike switched from an apparel business to marketing services How Mike’s leadership transitioned with a service-based business Why Mike revamped his company’s culture The advantages of growing internally first and externally later Why groups like EO, Vistage, and YPO are great resources for entrepreneurs How these groups shape and support other leaders What Account Based Marketing (ABM) is And so much more... Connect with Mike Rose Website: hubs.ly/H0hC86c0 Twitter: twitter.com/rmichaelrose LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rmichaelrose   Connect with Mojo Media Labs Website: www.mojomedialabs.com Twitter: twitter.com/mojomedialabs Instagram: www.instagram.com/mojomedialabs LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/mojo-media-labs   Mike’s Recommended Books The Great Game of Business, by Jack Stack https://amzn.to/2rYyhHX Traction, by Gino Wickman https://amzn.to/2S0JNNK Small Giants, by Bo Burlingham https://amzn.to/35umj7G Register Now for the Most Rewarding Leadership Challenge of your Life! You’ve likely heard about the benefits of integrating mindfulness into your life and leadership. But where do you even begin? Or, how can you take your current mindfulness practice to the next level?No matter where you are on your journey, the 2020 donothing Leadership Retreat was designed for you! Join me and other like-minded leaders as we get out of our comfort zones and focus on becoming the best leaders we can be.Together, we’ll grow in ways never imagined through powerful teachings, mindfulness trainings, and undistracted time for real reflection and rejuvenation. www.donothingbook.com/retreat   Follow Rob Dube on Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robdube Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.dube.1 Twitter: twitter.com/robddube   Instagram: www.instagram.com/robddube YouTube: bit.ly/2FYdckW   Rob Dube’s Website www.donothingbook.com     donothing Podcast Subscribe to the donothing podcast to discover simple, practical tips and tools from mindful, high-performing leaders that you can implement in your leadership philosophy today.  www.donothingbook.com/podcast    Buy the donothing book (now available as an audiobook, too!) amzn.to/2y9N1TK