The MINDset Game® Podcast

It’s often said that our thoughts create our reality. Therefore, while many people focus on the steps they need to take in order to achieve optimal results in their personal and professional lives, the true path to success may begin with the thoughts that you train your mind to engage on a daily basis. As the go-to mind coach of the NBA and Major League Baseball, Devon Bandison works with Fortune 100 companies and people from all walks of life. He’s an international TEDx speaker whose work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Good Morning America, Inc Magazine and other leading media outlets. As our guest in Episode 231 of The Mindset Game® podcast, Devon shares the following:  Why you must first determine the type of person you need to be – for example, “I want to be the sort of person who grows my business by x amount next year” – before deciding what you need to do or have A process of self-forgiveness designed to identify low-grade, limiting thoughts and beliefs and transform them into ones that are more empowering A “Game Face” exercise that can help you perform at your best in any situation To learn more about Devon and his programs, including his transformational weekend “GameChanger Experience,” visit https://devonbandison.com. To learn more about The Mindset Game® podcast, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, please visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I. 

Within teams, organizations, and interpersonal relationships, creating an environment in which everyone feels free to express their ideas and opinions is crucial for achieving optimal results. However, people often hesitate to say what’s really on their minds, particularly if they believe that it may conflict with widely held views or expectations. The key to communicating more skillfully lies in finding your authentic voice, or the one that supports who you need to be in order to best serve a situation.  As the founder of Abella Consulting and Say It Skillfully Inc., Molly Tschang empowers senior management teams to win as one. With expertise in over 80 mergers and acquisitions, she has guided executives through the intricate human dynamics of transformational change and growth. Molly hosts the popular Say It Skillfully podcast and video series, and is a TEDx speaker and member of Marshall Goldsmith’s 100 Coaches. She serves on the boards of several privately held companies and the Cornell Engineering College Council, and is a strong advocate of social enterprise. Molly’s first book with co-author Marshall Goldsmith, forwarded by Ken Blanchard, is titled, “Say It Skillfully: Speak Up. Make Your Words Matter. Win Together.” Her mission is to ensure that everyone is seen, heard, and understood to work better, work together, and drive real impact. In Episode 230 of The Mindset Game® podcast, Molly discusses the following: Common fears that may prevent people from speaking up, and actionable strategies for overcoming them A framework for getting grounded within yourself to identify who you authentically need to be in a given situation, tuning into others to see how they may be experiencing the situation, and coming together as a team in order to have more constructive conversations Practical tips for enhancing your communication skills — particularly when navigating challenging conversations To download Molly’s mini-audiobook, “Say It Skillfully: The Me-You-We Framework,” visit https://sayitskillfully.zoundy.com/me-you-we, or visit https://www.sayitskillfully.com to access her other resources.  To learn more about The Mindset Game® podcast, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, please visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I. 

In today’s world, it often seems that conflict and division are widespread. However, over the course of human history, there have been many different phases on our evolutionary journey – and research indicates that we may now be on the precipice of shifting back toward greater unity. Making this brighter, more harmonious future a reality begins with the choices we make at an individual level.  Dr. Jude Currivan is a cosmologist, planetary healer, futurist, author, Evolutionary Leaders Circle member and, previously, a senior UK-based international business woman. She has a Master’s degree in physics from Oxford University specializing in cosmology and quantum physics and a Ph.D. from the University of Reading in archaeology, researching ancient cosmologies. Having travelled to over 80 countries and worked with traditional wisdom-keepers, she is a lifelong researcher into the unitive nature of reality. Jude is the author of seven non-fiction books, including the award-winning “The Cosmic Hologram” and “The Story of Gaia.” Since 1998, she has been in service to collective and planetary healing and conscious evolution. In 2017, she co-founded “WholeWorld-View,” aiming to empower transformational change in the world, and in 2024, she launched a short film titled, “A Radical Guide to Reality.” As our guest in Episode 229 of The Mindset Game® podcast, Jude discusses the following: Our current phase on our evolutionary journey — where we are beginning to realize that we are both unique individuals and also parts of one human, planetary family — and why collaboration rather than competition is crucial for stepping into the next phase The concept of the cosmic hologram, including fractals and attractor patterns, and why it offers a hopeful vision for our future Why it’s crucial for leaders to realize that our current paradigm is unsustainable, as well as insights to help them shift toward a more enlightened future To access Jude’s short film and a wealth of other resources, visit https://www.wholeworld-view.org.  To learn more about The Mindset Game® podcast, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, please visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I.   

As the ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus observed, “The only constant in life is change.” While change in our personal and professional lives is inevitable, adapting to it can be difficult and often leads to feelings of resistance. When it comes to organizational change initiatives, the ADKAR® model – which stands for Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability and Reinforcement – is renowned for guiding successful change, beginning at the individual level.  As a senior fellow at Prosci, the leading global change management research and training organization that developed the ADKAR model, Karen Ball has been helping individuals and organizations implement effective changes and achieve benefits not thought possible for over 40 years. Karen is an ACMP-certified Change Management Professional, a certified IDEO Design Thinking practitioner, and the author of Prosci’s latest publication, “The ADKAR Advantage: Your New Lens for Successful Change.” In addition to her role as an executive instructor, Karen continues to develop Prosci offerings and engage with clients as a change advisor, working with organizations such as UNICEF, Wells Fargo, Bose Corporation, and Dow Chemical. In Episode 228 of The Mindset Game® podcast, Karen shares the following:  An overview of the ADKAR model and examples of how it might manifest in different contexts, as well as how it relates to the communication and training processes involved in organizational change initiatives Tips for individuals who may be resistant to proposed changes, as well as techniques their leaders can use to support them How ADKAR functions as a sense-making and way-finding tool that can help create a sense of calm and clarity for both individuals and organizations navigating complex change Why it’s crucial for leaders to go through their own ADKAR journeys, as well as key steps that leaders must take in order to be effective sponsors of change   To connect with Karen, find her on LinkedIn, or visit https://www.prosci.com to learn more about the ADKAR model and explore other resources. To learn more about The Mindset Game® podcast, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, please visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I. 

Have you ever wrestled with an inner critic that berated you for any perceived flaws and prevented you from celebrating your strengths and achievements? While it can be difficult to fully accept yourself exactly as you are, self-acceptance is essential not only for your own happiness, but also the health of your relationships with others – and for leaders, self-acceptance is one of the keys to building high-performing teams.   Dr. Laura Gallaher is an organizational psychologist, keynote speaker, USA Today best-selling author, and leadership coach. After the space shuttle Columbia exploded upon reentry in 2003, the NASA Kennedy Space Center hired Laura and a team of organizational psychologists to change the cultural influences that were deemed to play a role in the tragedy. She worked for eight years with NASA to positively influence the culture, develop leadership capacity, and improve organizational performance at Kennedy Space Center, and was then hired by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts to help manage radical changes with their performance management process and philosophy. Laura's company, Gallaher Edge, applies the science of human behavior to organizations so they can gain an edge, achieve together, and enjoy the journey. As our guest in Episode 227 of The Mindset Game® podcast, Laura shares the following: Why psychological safety, which begins with self-acceptance, is crucial for workforce success, as well as tips for leaders seeking to cultivate both Why self-acceptance should also include accepting your inner critic and striving to create harmony between them and your inner champion  The relationship between self-improvement and self-acceptance, and why accepting yourself as you are will not necessarily prevent you from continuing to grow and improve To get in touch with Dr. Laura Gallaher, find her on LinkedIn or take her quiz designed to assess your current level of self-acceptance at www.selfacceptancequiz.com.  To learn more about The Mindset Game® podcast, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, please visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I. 

In a world filled with distractions, it can be challenging to focus your energy on the pursuits that will bring you optimum happiness and fulfillment. The secret to reaching your goals, overcoming barriers that may be holding you back, and attracting what you truly desire may lie in the powerful quantum fields that surround each of us. Dr. Jeffrey Fannin is known globally for his work on brain mapping, including his research on cognitive neuroscience, focusing on brain function and changing subconscious limiting beliefs. He has worked in the neuroscience field, mapping and analyzing the brain for over 25 years, and has been involved in cutting-edge research, including using electroencephalogram (EEG) technology to accurately measure balanced brainwave energy. Dr. Fannin has created effective brain mapping and brain training programs, engaging a process that forms symmetrical brain wave patterns in both hemispheres of the brain and creates harmony from front to back – thus giving the person greater access to more mental and emotional resources. His recent research interest is on the effect of subtle energy in the quantum field and consciousness affecting the brain. In Episode 226 of The Mindset Game® podcast, Dr. Fannin discusses the following: The concept of the quantum energy field and how harnessing its power can bring about incredible results in your life How subconscious limiting beliefs can impede the conscious mind’s efforts to achieve your goals, and why aligning your energy is crucial for overcoming these limiting beliefs A four-step process for rectifying old patterns that may be holding you back and radiating a more coherent intention out into the field, as well as the science behind this process  To learn more about Dr. Fannin, access his resources, or schedule an appointment with him, visit https://thoughtgenius.com. To learn more about The Mindset Game® podcast, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, please visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I. 

The greatest challenges for any business include figuring out how to make their product or service stand out amidst a competitive field, attract clients, and drive sales. While large companies may have adequate resources to invest in building a widely recognized brand, most small and medium-sized businesses must rely on marketing strategies that will quickly yield results. John Dwyer, our guest in Episode 225 of The Mindset Game® podcast, is a marketing enigma – a direct response customer attraction expert who thinks way outside of the box. With a mantra that one’s marketing needs to “wow” prospects, John’s consultancy business is called the Institute of Wow. He helps business owners understand how to exploit platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn by implementing incentive-based marketing offers that can be targeted specifically to certain audiences. He is also known for shocking the marketing world by convincing Jerry Seinfeld to come out of retirement! In this week’s episode, John discusses the following: Why offering incentives for your customers is more effective than other common strategies, such as lowering prices – particularly when the incentives are based on a keen understanding of your target clientele The importance of surrounding yourself with positive people who ask “why not?” instead of “why?” and encourage you to never give up, regardless of the circumstances The 5 components of direct response marketing: highlight someone’s problem; aggravate that problem; offer the solution (buying from your business); provide proof, such as testimonials from other clients; and use a strong call to action To access a free digital copy of John’s Wow Manifesto, visit www.wowmanifesto.com/gift. To learn more about the Institute of Wow, visit https://theinstituteofwow.com.  To learn more about The Mindset Game® podcast, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, please visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I. 

Whether you’re a sales professional or a business owner or leader, maintaining a consistent stream of current and prospective clients is crucial for business growth and success. However, many people are uncomfortable with the sales process, often due to a fear of rejection or feeling like they are being bothersome. To overcome these feelings, it’s crucial to develop a mindset that is focused on the value you bring and how you can help others achieve things they didn’t think were possible – what Mark Hunter, our guest in Episode 224 of The Mindset Game® podcast, refers to as the “sales hunter” mindset. Mark's professional journey has included multiple sales and leadership roles with three Fortune 500 companies, which provided the foundation for him to create the name, “The Sales Hunter,” more than 20 years ago. His career has also included consulting, speaking, and writing about sales, including his book, “A Mind for Sales: Daily Habits and Practical Strategies for Sales Success.” In this week’s episode, Mark shares the following: Specific techniques for overcoming feelings of hesitation or discomfort when approaching sales prospects, such as reflecting on how you’ve helped other clients in the past and focusing on who you can impact each day Why the questions you ask are more important than the statements you make, as well as some key questions to ask when trying to build trust and rapport with sales prospects Insights that can be beneficial for both sales leaders and the leaders of teams Tips for navigating common challenges you may encounter in the sales process, such as objections to price, cold calling, and non-responsive clients To learn more about Mark, visit https://thesaleshunter.com, look for his books, or listen to his podcasts, “The Sales Hunter” and “Sales Logic.”  To learn more about The Mindset Game® podcast, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, please visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I. 

While the term “addiction” is generally associated with the misuse of drugs or alcohol, there is a wide range of substances or behaviors that have the potential to become addictive – including those that are generally considered positive, such as work or exercise. To prevent or heal from addiction of any kind and maintain a balanced relationship with the things you enjoy, it may be helpful to understand the neuroscience behind why we get addicted. Clinician and scholar Anna Lembke, our guest in Episode 223 of The Mindset Game® podcast, is a professor of psychiatry at the Stanford University School of Medicine and the Chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. She has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers, book chapters, and commentaries and is the author of books including “Drug Dealer, MD: How Doctors Were Duped, Patients Got Hooked, and Why It’s So Hard to Stop” and “Dopamine Nation.” Anna sits on the board of several state and national addiction-focused organizations, has testified before various committees in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate, and maintains an active speaking calendar. In this week’s episode, Anna shares the following: Why the overwhelming abundance of our modern world may leave us more prone to addiction, as well as other factors that may drive addictive tendencies, including genetics, psychiatric disorders, and the desire for control An in-depth explanation of the science behind addiction, how it differs from a healthy passion or hobby, and why addiction to anything is harmful Practical strategies for avoiding addiction triggers and either reducing or eliminating use of a substance or behavior you may be addicted to, as well as tips for supporting others in your life who may be struggling To learn more, visit https://www.annalembke.com or look for Anna’s books on Amazon. To learn more about The Mindset Game®, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game podcast or leave a review, please visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I. 

Regardless of our backgrounds, we all encounter obstacles and varying degrees of trauma throughout our lives. In seeking to achieve your dreams, one of the most important steps is adopting a winning mindset that will empower you to address and heal your trauma, overcome obstacles, and fulfill your highest potential. As a world-renowned transformational speaker, strategist, and consultant, Andre Norman is committed to revolutionizing correctional systems worldwide with an unwavering commitment to resilience and innovation. He inspires individuals and organizations to embrace challenges, tap into their limitless potential, and achieve extraordinary success. Andre brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his engagements through his dynamic presentations and practical strategies. By sharing his personal journey from a 105-year prison sentence to becoming a Harvard Fellow, he empowers audiences to overcome obstacles, navigate change, and unlock their true potential. Andre’s profound impact, global reach, and dedication make him a trusted partner for personal and professional transformation. In Episode 222 of The Mindset Game® podcast, Andre shares the following: Why it’s essential to build relationships with trusted, knowledgeable people, such as mentors, who will hold you accountable as you pursue your goals, rather than relying on your own willpower The importance of periodically reassessing your goals and ensuring that what you are pursuing is still a good use of your time and energy How examining where you are in life and striving to heal any traumas — however minor they may seem — can help you find more meaning Why finding ways to get over your hurdles may be a more effective solution than getting rid of them To learn more about Andre or to get in touch with him, visit https://andrenorman.com.  To learn more about The Mindset Game®, visit www.TheMindsetGame.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game podcast or leave a review, please visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I.