Jonathan Roche, an award-winning peak performance coach and best-selling author, shares insights into unlocking personal potential. He emphasizes the power of a positive mindset and the importance of fun in achieving goals. Roche discusses the role of positive self-talk and effective morning routines in enhancing mental health and performance. He also explores how personal declarations can transform challenges into opportunities for growth. This session is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to elevate their life and mindset.

Patrick O'Shaughnessy, CEO of Positive Sum and host of 'Invest Like the Best,' shares insights from his extensive interviews with top investors. He discusses the importance of publishing what he learns and why he always asks the same final question. The conversation dives into the future of AI, exploring its role as a personal assistant and the ethical dilemmas it presents. Patrick emphasizes the growing value of attention in our tech-driven world and the need for authentic human connection amidst rapid technological advancements.

Ric, the visionary behind Red Ventures, shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey. He discusses the fine line between 'living good and living well' and dives deep into the transformative power of forgiveness. Listeners will be captivated by his reflections on cultivating a strong company culture, the importance of self-care, and how personal crises shape purpose. Ric highlights the resilience needed to navigate challenges, especially in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, emphasizing community empowerment and meaningful connections.

Wences Casares, founder of XAPO Bank and a trailblazer in financial technology, shares his fascinating journey from Patagonia to the tech hubs of Silicon Valley. He discusses his initial skepticism about Bitcoin and how personal struggles in Argentina transformed him into a passionate advocate. The conversation dives into the rise and reliability of Bitcoin amidst the chaotic crypto landscape, as well as the importance of long-term investment and the balance between ambition and personal fulfillment.

Jesse Pujji, CEO of Gateway X, discusses unlocking growth in business and life with Ric. They explore high performance cultures, overcoming fear-based motivation, developing leadership styles, spiritual growth, and reflections on moving back home to rediscover community. A focus on aspirations, overcoming inertia, and finding joy in meaningful impact.

Renowned restaurateur Danny Meyer shares insights on trust, empathy, and excellence in the dining industry. He reflects on challenges, innovation, and resilience, emphasizing the importance of family, community, and health awareness. A mix of personal anecdotes and professional wisdom makes for an engaging and enlightening conversation.

In this podcast, Ric and Neil discuss the future of AI, importance of storytelling, and the concept of 'outrunning the bear'. They talk about trust and technology adoption in business decisions, embracing focus and fearlessness in career growth, the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, and prioritizing human connection in marketing for long-term relationships.

In this special episode, we're sharing a conversation that was recorded in front of a live audience at the Charlotte Business Alliance's annual economic outlook event. Ric sat down with two friends who also happen to be CEOs of two of the largest companies headquartered in Charlotte - Brian Moynihan of Bank of America, and Marvin Ellison, of Lowes Home Improvement.They discussed how each CEO plans to navigate a challenging economic environment next year, why they all agree that purpose is good for business, how their own journeys inspired the ways they pay it forward, and just for fun - what their dream jobs would be if they weren't CEOs.This is 3 Things (LIVE) with Brian Moynihan and Marvin Ellison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Walter Green is a former CEO, a best-selling author, and a close friend to Ric for more than 30 years. But this episode focuses on the most recent chapter of Walter's life, and his work founding the "Say it Now" movement."Say It Now" inspires people to live a happier, more purposeful life by expressing more gratitude and by having "Living Tributes." The point is to honor people who have had a significant impact on us now - not at funerals, where it's too late. Ric and Walter discuss the original inspiration for Say It Now, how to practice gratitude in everyday life, and how to design your life for better outcomes. If you enjoy this conversation, we recommend checking out Walter's recent TED Talk, called "Why we should eulogize the living." As Walter says - "it’s often too late, but never too soon." This is 3 Things, with Walter Green. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's guest is one of few leaders who can say they truly changed the world - Hugh McColl. He's the visionary leader who built Bank of America into what was once the world's largest bank - a process which shaped the modern banking industry as we know it today. He's also been called "The Man Who Built Charlotte" for his undeniable role in transforming this small unknown town into one of the fastest-growing cities in the Southeast.In this special episode, hear what it was like to grow a business by FIFTY TIMES its original scale - and what, in his opinion, it was really all for. And of course, Hugh shares his unique perspective on helping to build a city over the course of 4 decades - from education systems, to arts and culture, and even bringing an NFL franchise to the Carolinas for the very first time.This is 3 Things, with Hugh McColl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.