The Mind Of George Show

You’re not broken — but the way you’re carrying the load might be.Burnout doesn’t tap you on the shoulder with a warning… it ambushes you. And by the time you realize it’s here, you’re deep in the spiral, overwhelmed, exhausted, and stuck. But what if burnout wasn’t a dead end… but a directional sign? A wake-up call. A reset.In this powerful kickoff to the Reset in 20 series, a curated rerun of past but potent episodes, George Bryant invites you to stop, reflect, and recalibrate your life and business before burnout becomes your baseline.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The real reason most entrepreneurs stay in burnout cyclesWhy self-care tools won’t save you if you don’t stop what’s burning you outFour life-changing questions to redesign your business around recoveryHow to shift from self-sacrifice to sustainabilityWhy high performance requires deep reflection Key Takeaways:✔️You don’t notice burnout when it starts, only when it’s too late.✔️Recovery doesn’t come from more supplements or routines, it comes from stopping.✔️If you’re the last one being taken care of, your business will collect that debt… with interest.✔️The most powerful shifts begin with honest questions, not external action.✔️This isn’t about doing more… It's about doing what aligns. Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00] – Burnout isn’t solved with green juice[01:10] – Welcome to Reset in 20: the series explained[03:15] – Why burnout is showing up everywhere right now[04:00] – Landon’s story and the post that shifted everything[06:45] – You can’t recover from burnout without stopping[09:15] – Four powerful questions that changed everything[12:20] – Why these questions apply to life, business, and relationships[14:05] – You can’t fix burnout with the same behaviors that created it[15:20] – Final challenge: sit with the questions and don’t look awayThe 4 Questions from This Episode:How do I design my business/life to allow me to recover now?What would I need to change to take one month off?What would I need to change to work half the hours and make the same income?Who do I want to work with — and what do I love or not love about my current work? Your Challenge This Week:This episode stirred something?Commit to all 7 episodes of the RESET IN 20 series, past episodes, hand-picked to serve your current season. DM @itsgeorgebryant if you needed this episode.Ready for a full recalibration of your life and business?Apply for the next Relationships Beat Algorithms™ event or join our powerful Alliance.Learn more: mindofgeorge.com

What if success wasn’t about scaling faster… but about aligning deeper?In this vulnerable and energizing conversation, George sits down with Hunter Hensley, a seasoned entrepreneur and visionary behind SimpleCheck, to explore what it means to build something that matters. From the early days of entrepreneurship to leading a high-performing team, Hunter shares how he built a business that doesn’t just scale — it serves.Whether you’re a founder, leader, or someone craving meaning in your work, this episode offers you permission to lead differently — from alignment, intention, and purpose.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How Hunter built SimpleCheck from a whisper to a visionWhy purpose beats productivity in the long runHow to lead without sacrificing your soul or your familyIdentity shifts required for sustainable leadershipHow to choose service over ego — and still winNavigating growth while staying grounded Key Takeaways:✔️Growth doesn’t require burnout. It requires alignment.✔️The hardest part of leadership is keeping your heart in it.✔️Legacy is built in how you show up daily — not just in outcomes.✔️Entrepreneurship is personal development in disguise.✔️You don’t need to chase impact — you need to embody it.✔️If your business costs you your peace, it’s too expensive.✔️Be the same person behind the scenes as you are on the mic. Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00] – Why this episode will change the way you lead[04:20] – Hunter’s origin story: faith, grit, and vision[09:35] – Scaling without selling your soul[13:50] – Ego vs. service: how to check yourself daily[19:10] – Leadership lessons that saved his marriage and business[24:42] – Identity shifts when you become a leader of leaders[30:00] – Building SimpleCheck from scratch[36:50] – “I almost lost it all” — pivotal business moment[42:05] – Real talk: therapy, truth-telling, and self-awareness[49:15] – What legacy really means to Hunter[54:10]– Raising kids while running a company[59:00] – How to lead when life gets heavy[1:03:20] – Final reflections + where to connect with HunterConnect with Hunter Hensley:Website: https://www.simplecheck.com/Instagram: @officialhunterhensleyFacebook: Hunter Hensley Your Challenge This Week:This episode hit deep?DM @itsgeorgebryant or @officialhunterhensley with the word “LEGACY” and we’ll send you a free journaling prompt + video to help you lead from the inside out.Want to build your business without losing your soul?Apply for a spot at George’s next Relationships Beat Algorithms™ Retreat or join his amazing Alliance. Book a 1:1 call with George.

What if your biggest breakthrough wasn’t about what you do… but what you stop doing?In this raw and soul-baring solo episode, George challenges the cultural obsession with 90-day plans, massive to-do lists, and “doing more.” Instead, he offers something radically simple — and potentially life-changing: the power of saying no. No to overwhelm. No to hustle. No to what no longer serves you. This isn’t about restriction — it’s about reclaiming your freedom.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why “no” is more powerful than any new strategyHow overcommitment fuels burnout and self-sabotageHow to practice saying no from a place of freedom, not shameThe ripple effect of honoring your future selfWhy clarity beats complexity in building a sustainable life and business Key Takeaways:✔️Saying no isn’t restriction — it’s liberation.✔️Every yes to the wrong thing is a no to the right one.✔️Micro-no’s build macro-momentum.✔️You don’t need a 90-day plan. You need one powerful decision.✔️November is the perfect practice ground for transformation.✔️What you choose today determines what’s possible tomorrow. Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00] – Why you don’t need a 90-day plan[01:30] – The invitation to say no this November[03:05] – How a church sermon sparked this episode[05:40] – Why we default to “yes” and pay the price[08:15] – Free will, obedience, and the entrepreneur’s dilemma[10:25] – Micro-moments of choice that define our day[12:10] – The difference between restriction and alignment[14:00] – Tangible example: caffeine, choices, and momentum[16:00] – Final reflection: what your future self would thank you for[17:40] – Invitation to practice one simple no todayYour Challenge This Week:What’s one thing you’re saying NO to this week?DM @itsgeorgebryant on Instagram with the word “NO-VEMBER” and tell George the choice you’re making to reclaim your time, energy, or peace.Ready to grow with less hustle and more heart?Join the Relationships Beat Algorithms™ community or book a 1:1 Coffee Chat with George (decaf, of course).Click here – for retreats, community, and resources that nourish you, not drain you.

What if “bad behavior” is actually a cry for connection?In this powerful and soul-level conversation, George sits down with Andi Clark, a certified parent coach and educator who helps parents, caregivers, and leaders support kids with big emotions. But this episode goes beyond parenting — it’s a masterclass in how to show up with empathy, presence, and emotional regulation in every relationship, including the one with yourself.Whether you’re raising a child, leading a team, or healing your own inner world, this episode is a mirror, a map, and a lifeline.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The real root of “difficult behavior” in children (and adults)Why emotional regulation is contagious — in both directionsHow to co-regulate without self-abandoningWhy shame and punishment backfire in the long runTools for supporting kids (or partners, or clients) through big emotionsWhat emotional safety actually feels like in a relationshipHow Andi went from parenting rock bottom to global impact Key Takeaways:✔️Behavior is communication. Always.✔️You can’t regulate someone else if you’re dysregulated yourself.✔️Your nervous system is the most powerful parenting tool you have.✔️You don’t need to fix your kid — you need to support their safety.✔️Shame shuts down connection. Curiosity invites healing.✔️Consistency > Perfection. Every time.✔️Kids don’t need perfect parents. They need present ones. Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00] – George introduces Andi and why this episode matters[04:40] – Andi’s story: From parenting crisis to community leader[10:22] – What’s actually behind “bad behavior”[14:35] – Nervous system 101: why regulation matters more than rules[20:40] – Co-regulation vs. self-abandonment[26:18] – The shame trap and how to avoid it[31:05] – How kids mirror your nervous system[36:50] – Real-life examples from Andi’s coaching[42:12] – Why “repair” is more important than never messing up[47:00] – The hidden cost of punitive discipline[52:55] – Andi’s personal healing journey[58:10] – What every child (and inner child) needs[1:05:00] – Final thoughts and where to connectConnect with Andi Clark:Website: https://andiclark.com/Podcast: Kids With Big EmotionsInstagram: @kidswithbigemotionsFree: The Big Emotions Self-Assessment Your Challenge This Week:Did this episode shift how you see your child—or yourself?Tag @itsgeorgebryant and @kidswithbigemotions with your biggest takeaway.Want more support?Join George’s Relationships Beat Algorithms™ communityAttend a live retreat or apply for 1:1 coaching

The problem isn’t your funnel—it’s how people feel in your presence.If your marketing feels exhausting, your sales feel forced, or you’re doing “all the right things” but still not getting traction… this episode is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed. George pulls back the curtain on why most businesses aren’t suffering from bad strategy—they’re suffering from a lack of emotional safety.This is more than mindset. This is your entire customer journey reimagined—from the first DM to long-term retention. And it’s rooted in one thing: human connection.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why pressure-based selling kills trust (and revenue)How emotional safety directly influences every saleThe “Apple Framework” that builds trust in every touchpointHow to stop manipulating and start mentoringJournal prompts that reveal where you’re leading with pressure Key Takeaways:✔️Sales isn’t the goal—it’s a byproduct of trust.✔️People don’t buy when they feel pressured. They buy when they feel seen.✔️Most businesses suffer from emotional misalignment, not broken funnels.✔️Every touchpoint (DMs, emails, onboarding) is a microdose of safety—or stress.✔️Stop building sales machines. Start building relationship journeys.✔️The Apple Framework works everywhere—from sales calls to client onboarding.✔️Long-term growth comes from safety, not strategy. Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00] – Why your sales aren’t working (it’s not your funnel)[03:15] – The manipulation tactics still being taught—and why they fail[08:40] – Real talk: coaches who gaslight & install trauma[12:05] – Why pressure gets “yes” but destroys long-term trust[15:30] – The ripple effect of high-pressure sales (ghosting, refunds, regret)[18:10] – What people are really buying: safety, not strategy[21:20] – Every decision is a nervous system decision[24:00] – The Apple Framework explained: A-P-P-L-E[28:45] – Two journal prompts to rebuild with integrity[32:00] – DM George for a free customer journey audit[34:00] – Final words: You don’t need pressure. You need presence.Your Challenge This Week:If something in this episode tickled your gut… DM @itsgeorgebryant on Instagram with the word “APPLE” and get support applying the Apple Framework to your funnel, webinar, or onboarding process.Want to build a business that feels as good as it scales?Apply for 1:1 coaching, attend a live retreat, or join The Alliance — where Relationships Beat Algorithms™.

Your business will never outgrow your belief in yourself.What if the reason you’re not scaling isn’t strategy — it’s self-worth?In this episode, George sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur and speaker Stephen Scoggins for a raw, no-BS conversation about the invisible limits we place on our lives and businesses. From homelessness to multiple 8-figure companies, Stephen shares how his success didn’t come from tactics — it came from healing.If you’re craving clarity, momentum, and a serious gut check, this conversation will shake you up and call you forward. It’s not about changing what you do — it’s about changing how you see yourself.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How belief bottlenecks your business (even with a great strategy)The link between identity and incomeStephen’s personal story from homelessness to heart-led CEOWhy healing is required for sustainable leadershipHow to “Reframe, Remove, and Replenish” your limiting beliefsHow to find purpose after painThe one daily practice that transformed Stephen’s life and leadership Key Takeaways:✔️You’ll never scale a business bigger than your belief.✔️Broken belief systems lead to broken businesses.✔️Self-worth sets the ceiling for your results.✔️Your wounds don’t disqualify you — they equip you.✔️Healing is leadership.✔️You don’t need another strategy — you need a deeper identity.✔️Repetition builds belief. Clarity fuels consistency. Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00] – Introduction: George on self-worth as the hidden bottleneck[02:35] – Stephen’s origin story: From homeless to heart-led success[10:10] – How belief shaped (and limited) Stephen’s early wins[14:30] – Rewiring the nervous system and building belief[20:44] – The “Reframe, Remove, Replenish” framework explained[28:30] – How Stephen rebuilt his identity from scratch[33:50] – The real cost of unprocessed pain in leadership[39:15] – Your business mirrors your belief system[44:00] – Stephen’s spiritual awakening and daily discipline[51:15] – Coaching, frameworks, and why simplicity works[55:05] – The difference between change and transformation[59:10] – Final thoughts from Stephen + George’s reflectionConnect with Stephen Scoggins:Website: stephenscoggins.comBook: From Stuck to UnstoppableInstagram: @stephen_scogginsYour Challenge This Week:What’s the belief holding you back right now?Send a DM to @itsgeorgebryant or tag  @stephen_scoggins  with your biggest insight.Ready to scale with alignment, not just strategy?Join George’s Relationships Beat Algorithms™ community, attend the next Montana Retreat, or work with George 1:1 to integrate your identity, impact, and income.

Drowning in strategy and starving for connection?In this raw and powerful solo episode, George shares the behind-the-scenes takeaways from facilitating an intimate four-day retreat with 25 entrepreneurs in the heart of Montana. This isn’t a recap — it’s a call to arms for every entrepreneur who’s feeling stuck, overcomplicated, or emotionally disconnected from the business they built.From realigning your identity to building customer journeys that feel like love letters — George breaks down the truths, breakthroughs, and mindset shifts that will help you scale without losing your soul.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why clarity requires movement (not more thinking)How to scale without burning out your soulThe power of community for exponential growthWhy being human is your strongest business assetThe real difference between strategy and connectionHow to differentiate yourself in an AI-driven worldWhat most people get wrong about customer journeyThe simple but profound mindset shift that changes everythingKey Takeaways:✔️Clarity comes from motion, not perfection.✔️You can’t out-strategize disconnection.✔️Authenticity is your most profitable strategy.✔️Customer journey isn’t a funnel — it’s a relationship.✔️Your business isn’t broken — you’re just building it alone.✔️You can go fast alone, but farther together.✔️The world doesn’t need more content. It needs more you.✔️AI can’t replace connection. Make that your moat. Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00] – Opening reflection: You can go fast alone, but farther together[01:45] – Behind-the-scenes: 4 days, 25 entrepreneurs, infinite breakthroughs[04:12] – The “Player, Playbook, Play” framework for growth[06:28] – Authenticity isn’t optional — it’s your advantage[08:52] – Clarity comes from motion, not overthinking[11:40] – Building your business around what makes you different[14:05] – The most powerful leadership shift George witnessed[16:00] – Customer journey as your strongest retention tool[18:20] – How AI forces us to become more human (not less)[21:10] – Leading from connection, not control[24:30] – Final challenge: Are you building with others?Your Challenge This Week:DM George on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant with the word “RETREAT” if you want to attend the next event — or just want to be part of the conversation.Which part of this episode hit hardest? Let George know in a voice memo or tag him in your story.Want to build a business that feels as good as it scales?Apply for 1:1 coaching, attend a live retreat, or join The Alliance — where Relationships Beat Algorithms™.

You don’t rise to the level of your goals — you rise to the level of your standards.In today’s world of overnight hacks and fast results, Donald Thompson stands out as a voice of substance. In this episode, George sits down with Donald — a CEO, author, and inclusive leadership expert — to talk about building trust, holding high standards, and making decisions that create real, long-term impact.This isn’t a conversation about hype — it’s a masterclass in integrity. Whether you’re leading a company, a team, or just trying to lead yourself through the chaos of entrepreneurship, Donald brings grounded wisdom, contagious optimism, and hard-won frameworks that will reset how you think about success.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why leadership is a choice, not a titleThe difference between high trust and high control culturesHow to set and keep high standards — without micromanagingWhat inclusive leadership really means in today’s worldHow to build a team that grows with you, not just under youThe 5 legacy questions every leader should be asking Key Takeaways:✔️Excellence doesn’t come from pressure — it comes from alignment.✔️You don’t attract high-level people with low-level standards.✔️Being liked is not the same as being respected.✔️Diversity of thought is your company’s secret weapon.✔️Leadership is about making people feel seen — and safe.✔️If your people don’t trust you, your strategy doesn’t matter.✔️Legacy is built in your daily decisions. Timestamps & Highlights:[03:10] – Donald’s intro: how he became a student of leadership[06:42] – The core values that shape Donald’s leadership lens[10:45] – High standards vs. perfectionism in team building[15:55] – The trust-performance connection in leadership[22:02] – What inclusive leadership really looks like[28:40] – How to lead across differences without fear[35:18] – Why clarity beats charisma in communication[41:25] – Donald’s perspective on team alignment and accountability[47:10] – The 5 legacy questions all leaders must ask[52:15] – How Donald stays grounded in his mission[59:30] – When it’s time to evolve or fire a client[1:05:22] – Final thoughts from Donald on courage, clarity, and growthConnect with Donald Thompson:Website: donaldthompson.comBook: Underestimated: A CEO’s Unlikely Path to SuccessLinkedIn: Donald ThompsonPodcast: High Octane LeadershipYoutube: Donald Thompson Your Challenge This Week:Which leadership standard are YOU recommitting to this week?Screenshot this episode and tag @itsgeorgebryant and @donaldthompson_jr, or DM George with your favorite quote from the episode.Want to simplify your business so it scales with ease and alignment?Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ communityApply for 1:1 Coaching – Strategy that serves your soul and your systemsLive Events – Get in the room where deep clarity happens: mindofgeorge.com/event

You’re not stuck because of a missing strategy.You’re stuck because of too much noise.In this powerful solo episode, George Bryant flips the traditional idea of scaling on its head. While the world screams “add more,” George invites you to subtract—strategically, unapologetically, and with precision. If your business feels bloated, chaotic, or just off, this episode delivers the clarity you’ve been craving.Through real-world examples and his personal framework, George reveals how subtraction—not addition—is the actual key to sustainable growth, peace, and clarity. It’s not about more tools or tactics. It’s about removing the distractions that block your momentum.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why most businesses are overwhelmed (and how to fix it fast)The 3 core buckets where subtraction unlocks scaleThe “More Trap” — and how to break free from it4 journal prompts that will change how you run your businessWhy simplicity outperforms every tactic, every timeHow to realign with your vision and create sustainable resultsKey Takeaways:✔️Simplicity creates clarity. Clarity creates results.✔️You can’t scale what’s overbuilt—or what you resent.✔️More strategy won’t save you if you’re drowning in noise.✔️The most powerful CEOs subtract before they add.✔️If it’s not aligned, it’s a liability—no matter how long you’ve done it.✔️Subtracting isn’t quitting. It’s leading.Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00] – Why subtraction, not addition, is your next business move[04:01] – The “More Trap” and how complexity is killing your clarity[08:30] – When simplicity becomes the secret weapon[12:10] – The 3 core buckets to subtract from: Operations, Offers, Identity[18:45] – Subtracting outdated roles, beliefs, and expectations[21:40] – The 4 powerful questions to audit what’s not working[28:00] – One thing to subtract this week (your challenge)[32:15] – Final reflections + how to fall in love with subtractingYour Challenge This Week:Feeling overwhelmed or stuck in your business?DM George on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant with the word “SUBTRACT”Tell him what you’re letting go of this week—and how it feels.Let’s build your business from peace, not pressure.Want to simplify your business so it scales with ease and alignment?Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ communityApply for 1:1 Coaching – Strategy that serves your soul and your systemsLive Events – Get in the room where deep clarity happens: mindofgeorge.com/event

You don’t need to write a book.But if there’s one you can’t not write — that’s the one the world needs.In this episode, George sits down with Robin Colucci, a premier book-writing coach who’s helped thought leaders, CEOs, astronauts, and Nobel laureates turn their ideas into industry-shifting books. But this conversation isn’t about hitting the bestseller list — it’s about the inner book: the one that’s been simmering inside you, waiting to come out.Whether you dream of publishing or have no desire to write a book at all, this episode will change how you think about clarity, courage, and contribution. It’s not about writing a book — it’s about becoming the version of you who could.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The #1 mindset block keeping experts from starting their bookWhy trauma and nervous system dysregulation prevent creative clarityHow to structure your message into a book-worthy ideaThe difference between “being a writer” and “having something to say”The truth about ghostwriting, co-authoring, and publishing pathsHow to use writing to process identity and shift your business Key Takeaways:✔️Books don’t start with strategy — they start with honesty.✔️You can’t write from a dysregulated nervous system.✔️You don’t need to be a writer — you need to be willing.✔️Writing isn’t just output — it’s integration.✔️You don’t find clarity by thinking — you find it by expressing.✔️Your lived experience is more valuable than your perfect prose.✔️The book is never the goal — who you become writing it is. Timestamps & Highlights:[00:00] – George introduces Robin Colucci and the power of the written word[04:22] – How Robin helps people go from idea to published impact[09:18] – What makes someone ready to write a book?[13:40] – Perfectionism, trauma, and why most books never get written[20:45] – How to begin when you have too much to say[26:34] – Structuring a book: Robin’s method vs. messy mind dumps[32:00] – The surprising role of your nervous system in creative work[37:12] – Robin’s story: why she walked away from her business (and came back stronger)[44:30] – Publishing realities: ghostwriters, co-authors, and visibility traps[50:18] – What writing really teaches us about ourselves[56:22] – Book as identity shift: who you become is the real reward[1:02:00] – Final reflections + where to connect with RobinConnect with Robin Colucci:WebsiteInstagram: @worldchangingbooksFacebook: World Changing BooksYour Challenge This Week:What message won’t leave you alone?Screenshot this episode, tag @itsgeorgebryant and @worldchangingbooks, and share what your book (or message) might be.Let’s rebuild your business from the inside out:Join The Alliance – The Relationship Beats Algorithms™ communityApply for 1:1 Coaching – Strategy that serves your soul and your systemsLive Events – Get in the room where deep clarity happens: mindofgeorge.com/event