Business Minds Coffee Chat
Jay Scherr
Conversations with extraordinary business leaders, thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and others who are changing the world through the work they do. The goal is to share insights, help to inspire and lift others, and deliver practical, meaningful, and actionable content.
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Dec 11, 2025 β’ 1h 4min
294: William Branum | The 5 SEAL Secrets to Success
William Branum, Navy SEAL veteran, founder and CEO of Naked Warrior Recovery, speaker, author, and business and leadership advisor, joins me on this episode. William's expertise in leadership and mindset is sought after by organizations ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. He's been featured by Fox News, USA Today, MarketWatch, and other media outlets. ποΈ What We Discuss: β
Limiting beliefs β
Knowing your worth β
Becoming a Navy SEAL β
Accepting and learning from failure β
And much more! Get connected with William: Website: https://nw-recovery.com/ Website: https://williambranum.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/william.branum.13 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/william.r.branum/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WilliamBranum01 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-branum/ Download a copy of William's 5 SEAL Secrets: https://www.5sealsecrets.com/ Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay
Dec 4, 2025 β’ 52min
293: Amberly Lago | How To Find Joy Through the Journey
Amberly Lago, a leading expert in resilience and transformation, a TEDx and internationally renowned motivational speaker, USA Today bestselling author, coach, and host of the globally top-ranked podcast, The Amberly Lago Show, joins me on this episode. Amberly has been featured in popular media outlets, including Forbes, USA Today, The Doctors, The Today Show, People, and many others. ποΈ What We Discuss: β
Finding joy through adversity β
The power of forgiveness β
Living with chronic pain while thriving β
Vulnerability as a superpower β
And much more! Get connected with Amberly: Website: https://amberlylago.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amberly.lago Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberlylagomotivation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberlylago Twitter: https://x.com/AmberlyLago Purchase a copy of Joy Through the Journey: https://www.amazon.com/Joy-Through-Journey-Amberly-Lago/dp/1394265549 Listen to The Amberly Lago Show podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-amberly-lago-show-stories-of-true-grit-and-grace/id1488420537 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay
Nov 27, 2025 β’ 60min
292: Muriel Wilkins | Leadership Is an Inside Game
Muriel Wilkins, CEO & Founder of Paravis Partners, author of Leadership Unblocked, a trusted executive coach, C-suite advisor to some of the world's most influential leaders, and host of the acclaimed Harvard Business Review podcast, Coaching Real Leaders, joins me on the latest episode of Business Minds Coffee Chat. Muriel has been featured in popular media outlets, including Harvard Business Review, Business Insider, Fast Company, and Forbes. ποΈ What We Discuss: β
Limiting beliefs and their impact β
Common hidden blockers holding us back β
Moving from blocked to unblocked β
And much more! Get connected with Muriel: Website: https://www.murielwilkins.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/murielwilkins/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachmurielwilkins Twitter: https://x.com/MurielMWilkins Purchase a copy of Leadership Unblocked: https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Unblocked-Through-Beliefs-Potential/dp/1647827264 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay
Nov 20, 2025 β’ 1h 1min
291: Dr. Michael Sapiro | The Transformative Potential of Psychedelic Psychotherapy
Dr. Michael Ryoshin Sapiro, an ordained Zen Buddhist monk and poet, clinical psychologist, psychedelic psychotherapist, author, meditation teacher, and musician, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Michael integrates Buddhist and Nondual teachings and practices with psychology and science to help people unlearn programming, unlock potential, and awaken the heart where our deepest wisdom and creativity are kept. His latest book, Truth Medicine, is a comprehensive dive into psychedelic psychotherapyβwhat it is and how it can help heal and transform your physiological, psychological, social, and spiritual life. ποΈ What We Discuss: β
The transformative potential of psychedelic psychotherapy β
Healing old wounds that keep you stuck in the same patterns β
Moving from surviving to thriving β
And much more! Get connected with Michael: Website: https://www.michaelsapiro.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.sapiro.54 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-sapiro-psyd-b4b93955/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_mike_boise/ Purchase a copy of Truth Medicine: https://www.amazon.com/Truth-Medicine-Authentically-Psychedelic-Psychotherapy/dp/0306836394 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay
Nov 13, 2025 β’ 59min
290: Claude Silver | A Journey of Self: Finding Your Authenticity
Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX, author of Be Yourself at Work, speaker, and mentor, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Claude has become a trusted voice on emotional intelligence, heart-centered leadership, and the power of authenticity in the workplace. She's been featured in popular media outlets including The New York Times, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal. ποΈ What We Discuss: β
Why authentic presence is today's greatest business superpower β
True drivers of trust, culture, and lasting impact β
The creation of the Chief Heart Officer Role β
Authentic leadership & human-centric culture β
And much more! Get connected with Claude: Website: https://www.claudesilver.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/claude.silver LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/casilver Twitter: https://x.com/claudesilver Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claudesilver Purchase a copy of Be Yourself at Work: https://www.amazon.com/Be-Yourself-Work-Groundbreaking-Standing/dp/0063392437 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay
Nov 6, 2025 β’ 1h 7min
289: Dr. Jeff Spencer | The Blueprint to Your Greatness
Dr. Jeff Spencer, an Olympian, author of multiple books, an award-winning chiropractor, a renowned glass artist, and a human performance coach, joins me on this episode. Jeff's client roster includes Lance Armstrong, Tiger Woods, the rock group U2, Richard Branson, and many others. ποΈ What We Discuss: β
Jeff's backstory β
Angels who played a pivotal role in Jeff's life β
Training for the Olympics β
Building a champion's mindset β
And much more! Get connected with Jeff: Website: https://www.drjeffspencer.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjeffspencer/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeff.spencer1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.jeffspencer/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffspencer Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay
Oct 30, 2025 β’ 1h 6min
288: Dr. Josh Davis | The Difference That Makes the Difference
Dr. Josh Davis, international and USA Today bestselling author, NLP certified trainer and master practitioner, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Josh is the founder and director of the Science-Based Leadership Institute, where he and his team draw on neuroscience and psychology to help leaders change themselves and lead change. His writing has appeared in Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Psychology Today, Inc., and leading business and academic journals. ποΈ What We Discuss: β
What NLP really is β
Mental models β
Whether NLP is science, pseudoscience, or something in between β
Putting NLP into practice β
And much more! Get connected with Josh: Website: https://www.twoawesomehours.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshdavisphd/ Twitter: https://x.com/joshdavisphd Purchase a copy of The Difference That Makes the Difference: https://www.amazon.com/Difference-that-Makes-Science-Positive/dp/1250349087 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay
Oct 23, 2025 β’ 48min
287: John O'Leary | The Choice to Be a Victor
John O'Leary, 2x #1 national bestselling author, world-renowned inspirational and TEDx speaker, host of the globally top-ranked Live Inspired podcast, and executive producer and subject of the major motion picture Soul On Fire, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. John has shared his message with millions across the U.S. and around the world. His incredible life story, adapted into the full-length feature film Soul On Fire, was released in theaters nationwide in October 2025. ποΈ What We Discuss: β
A victor vs victim mindset β
John's ignition statement for life β
The power of having heroes β
Making Soul On Fire β
And much more! Get connected with John: Website: https://johnolearyinspires.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnOLearyRisingAbove LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-o-leary-08b2805/ Twitter: https://x.com/jolearyinspires Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnoleary.inspires/ Purchase a copy of On Fire: https://www.amazon.com/Fire-Choices-Ignite-Radically-Inspired/dp/1501117726 Purchase a copy of In Awe: https://www.amazon.com/Awe-Rediscover-Childlike-Unleash-Inspiration/dp/059313544X Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay
Oct 16, 2025 β’ 55min
286: Sara Leila Sherman | The Transformative Power of Music
Sara Leila Sherman, a classical musician, educator, author, arts entrepreneur, founder of Mozart for Munchkins, and the nonprofit Little Mozart Foundation, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Sara's work includes partnerships with the Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra, Lincoln Center, Hudson Yards, and the United Federation of Teachers, as well as a pioneering music and mindfulness curriculum for The Goldie Hawn Foundation's MindUP for Music program. She's been featured in major media outlets, including The New York Times and Fast Company, and writes regularly for Psychology Today on the intersection of music, education, and mental health. ποΈ What We Discuss: β
Why music matters and how it can transform the way we live, learn, and connect β
How to use music intentionally to: π΅Fuel creativity π΅Reduce stress π΅Boost focus and productivity π΅Enhance emotional well-being β
And much more! Get connected with Sara: Website: https://www.saraleilasherman.com/ and https://mozartformunchkins.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sara.l.sherman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saraleilasherman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-leila-sherman-02165231/ Order a copy of Resonant Minds: https://www.amazon.com/Resonant-Minds-Transformative-Power-Music/dp/1475874960 Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay
Oct 9, 2025 β’ 1h
285: Dr. Jeffrey Hull | The Path From Self to Other to System
Dr. Jeffrey Hull, a highly sought-after facilitator, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and executive coach to leaders across the globe, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Jeff brings years of translating science into leadership as a consultant, psychologist, and teacher at New York University and Harvard Medical School. His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Investor's Business Daily, and other major media outlets. ποΈ What We Discuss: β
Jeff's journey from therapist to leadership coaching β
The science of leadership β
How to expand your impact as a leader β
And much more! Get connected with Jeff: Website: https://www.jeffreyhull.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffreyhullphd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-hull-ph-d-bcc-062b09/ Purchase a copy of The Science of Leadership: https://www.amazon.com/Science-Leadership-Nine-Expand-Impact/dp/B0DLFK4DMH Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324 Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: https://bit.ly/32y0YxJ Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit http://jayscherrbusinessconsulting.com/ and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! To your success, Jay


