Built For the Grind W/ Gary Vee

The Keys 🔑 to Rising to the TOP of your field and an impeccable description of “The Grind“ Trust me...this conversation is SPECIAL. I’ve been so excited to share this interview with you guys…. Talk about someone who completely CRUSHES it in their field and is safe to say the MOST successful man in the history of sports radio… Jim Rome has been someone I have admired for a LONG time from a distance... He is a leading opinion-maker of his generation and completely reinvented Sports Radio into what it is today, he hosted the Jim Rome Show on CBS Sports Radio, made the Radio Hall of Fame and is also a commentator on NFL on CBS-TV... This man doesn’t have just a gift with talking sports but with all things SUCCESS! Anyone who is working on their DREAM is going to benefit GREATLY from this conversation because he dives DEEP into how he got exactly where he is today! I love Jim's story because he took something he LOVED, and he did whatever he could possible to incorporate it into his life…. He is a perfect example of why our PASSION for the PROCESS will drive us faster to success than anything else. He explains that it’s not always about talent, it’s about choosing a destination and putting in EFFORT and DEDICATION until you get there. Jim shares the KEY question he asked himself when he was going after his dreams and what self-awareness did for him during his rise to fame and why being DIFFERENT, and never giving in is the simple recipe to ultimate success. And yes…. We touch on the almost career-altering experience that he had on Live TV and how it felt for him to go through it… This conversation had so many golden nuggets and with everything going on right now let's use this opportunity to learn about What it truly takes to get to the top… I’m telling you this interview is remarkable! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

24 Mar 202055min

Finding The Flow State in uncertain times and a message of Hope as the Future is Now In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, anxiety, stress, and worrying about the future is heavy on our minds but I am here to remind you today that our future is BRIGHT! What can only be described as a blessing of timing .... I sat down with award-winning journalist, Steven Kotler, who is MONUMENTALLY predicting and influencing our FUTURE way of life. Steven is the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective and is one of the world’s leading experts on high performance. As a 3x New York Times Bestselling Author and a 2x Pulitzer Prize Nominee, his writings explore the upper limits of societal possibility, revolutionize peak performance and reveal the answers to leading a more satisfying and meaningful life. In this interview, Steven shares the keys 🔑 to tapping Into the Ultimate Human Performance Zone called “FLOW STATE” This is a CRITICAL message especially today when emotions are running high. Steven is sharing his key tips to get control over your emotions and gives concrete, concise information on why our brains look for threats and how we can use our negativity bias to our advantage. Then we shift gears and talk about cutting edge medical technologies like “Crisper “ that promise to possibly cure disease right now We also dive into the transformation of artificial intelligence, flying cars, going to Mars, longevity, the decrease of genetic disease, and how the fundamental fabric of society changing for the better. The WORLD is evolving rapidly, and the next ten years are full of OPPORTUNITY you never saw coming! I hope this interview provides you hope, encouragement and the inspiration we all need to hear right now about what it means to be human. Listen/Watch this GROUNDBREAKING conversation right HERE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

17 Mar 202040min

Live your life with PURPOSE In this interview, I sat down with one of the most successful young entrepreneurs in the country. I have been chasing this young woman down to get her on my show and I am beyond excited to share with you the incredible and empowering story of Dana Chanel! Dana went from sharing a 2-bedroom apartment with 9 siblings and working as a hostess at a strip club to becoming a multi-millionaire at only 26 years old. She pours her heart into her work and her work comes from her heart. Becoming a successful entrepreneur is no walk in the park but the one thing that you will see over and over again with top achievers is their dedication to the SERVICE of others. Dana Chanel is no exception. In this interview, Dana reveals how she was able to overcome a broken home, find faith in a higher power and go on to help thousands of other people make their dreams come true! We speak candidly about what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur and she reveals the #1 key ingredient to her amazing success. We often think we have to re-invent the wheel…. but as entrepreneurs, what we need to do is find something we love and evolve it into something even better! It’s only okay to be patient if you are moving your feet… The harvest will come, but you have to plant the seeds! Life is short, be mindful of the opportunity you have every day when you get out of bed! If you want to create generational wealth... If you think your age plays a role in your ability to be successful... Or if you are WAITING to feel “ready” to start... This interview is for YOU!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10 Mar 202037min

Ending the stigma and idea of Mental Illness and cutting edge strategies for a healthy brain! Mental health can be a touchy subject for all of us. Whether you are enduring it personally, watching a loved one go through it, or are struggling to understand it at all, it is a subject that has affected millions of lives directly and indirectly. Because of its impact and the general lack of understanding surrounding this topic, I brought in the BEST of the BEST to answer your burning questions and to provide clarity to the issues that have been circling in your mind. I am excited to bring you the brilliant mind of my friend Dr. Daniel Amen, a world-renowned leader in mental health and well-being. He is America’s #1 psychologist, a five-time New York Times best-selling author, and treats some of the most successful people in the world. Dr. Amen is attempting to end the idea of “mental illness” right before our eyes… As mega-achievers, our drive for perfection can lead us to feeling depressed, anxious, or extremely stressed. We become overwhelmed. We aren't able to see how our current circumstance is working FOR us and not against us and leads us to believe that there is something fundamentally wrong with US... but this isn't the case! Dr. Amen shares with you cutting edge strategies, and nutritional concepts that can change your entire life. He blew me away with his proven techniques that teach us how to have a healthier brain and is now revealing them to you. He confirms that our thoughts don’t cause us to suffer, our attachment to our thoughts does. His concept of ANTS is groundbreaking and I can’t wait for you to learn about it! You'll learn concrete ways to optimize brain health and treat the 11 major risk factors that steal your mind. We talk about the severity of concussions, circulation, inflammation, and easy, actionable ways you can start feeling better TODAY. I asked specific questions about prescription medication, marijuana, hallucinogens, and natural remedies so that you have ALL of the information to serve you and your loved ones best. Whether you struggle with mental health, know someone who is or you feel like you just can’t find a way to wrap your mind around it…..this interview is going to give you the ANSWERS you have been searching for. Get your brain right, and your MIND will FOLLOW! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Mar 202047min

If your dream is to WIN you have to be willing to take RISKS! In this interview, I sat down with Marc Lore, one of the most diversified and successful entrepreneurs on the planet. Marc is a serial entrepreneur. Having sold business to Amazon, Topps Trading Cards, Walmart and more. He is now the CEO of Walmart e-commerce ...But get this, he started off just like many of you guys have….selling lemonade or baseball cards as a kid. If you have been waiting for a sign to start your business...to go all in... to follow your DREAMS, then Marc's story is that sign. At 24 years old, Marc was working a fantastic banking job. He woke up one day with determination in his heart and told his boss he was resigning to become an entrepreneur. Marc is a prime example of how the most successful people I know are the ones who are willing to step into the places they feel ill-prepared for and EXECUTED anyway. He gets very transparent about his failures and how they bred doubt and depression. He opens up about his childhood and how they need to meet his father's standards strained their relationship. But through it all, you'll hear how Marc used his circumstance as a catalyst to ignite his passion and drive to succeed. From someone who has mastered the field of entrepreneurship, he gives concrete information on how to develop the heart of an entrepreneur and breaks down core values of a start-up including: HOW to start The importance of TIMING and Investing Seriously, guys….this interview is LOADED with major principles to grow your business and hear what it TRULY takes amongst all odds to become successful. To Marc, it’s life or death because he was willing to risk it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

25 Feb 202039min

Stop ignoring your heart! Believe me when I tell you that your perception of who you think you are and what your life could be is about to completely change for the better... I am honored to introduce you to Actor, Comedian, and NY Times Best Selling Author, Kyle Cease. This interview is one that is filled with profound, simple, and true information. I was taken back by how eloquently Kyle is able to articulate what we are ALL are feeling on the inside. For all my mega-achievers out there, this is A MUST WATCH/LISTEN. Seriously... as people who are goal-oriented and continuously pushing for greatness, we need to bridge the gap between chasing that dream and enjoying ourselves along the way. I call this living “Blissfully Dissatisfied” Kyle gives depth to this concept. If you feel as though you are not getting the RESULTS you are working towards, it may be as small as a perspective shift. This interview will give you that.... We talk about a LARGE range of topics from letting go of your past, money and abundance, meditation, and our addiction to the past and future. We also go over the two reasons we keep something in our lives and why this awareness will completely free you of your attachments to the outcome. We touch on his motto of win, win, win, and guys..... this one is HUGE, we talk about two GIGANTIC truths of life that will TRANSFORM your perspective. Sometimes when things aren’t working out we start to struggle because we believe on some level that what is happening to us is bigger than we are... but that is an illusion. A lot of you are reading this right now, and you are in a transitional period of life... You’re asking yourself: “What if I picked up and moved?” “What if we did break up?” “What if I did start my business?” These “what if’s “ are actually calling on you to show up and do the thing you know you need to do!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11 Feb 202051min

Don’t ask, “why me?” Ask, “Why NOT me!” I’m honored to present to you this conversation with my friend, Inky. You will be inspired You will be changed You will gain an entirely new perspective on LIFE and on ADVERSITY Have you been tested in ways you felt you couldn’t understand? Have you ever been so close to your dream and felt as it if it just slipped through your fingers? I almost don’t have words. Sitting down with Inky Johnson, I actually gained a new perspective on certain aspects of life that I will never forget Inky grew up in the heart of Atlanta surrounded by drugs and violence. He slept on the floor of a two-bedroom apartment with 14 other people, only to defy the odds and receive a scholarship to play football at the University of Tennessee, where he was a projected top NFL draft pick. This was all before a routine tackle changed the course of his life forever. Inky is one of the GREATEST communicators I know. He is an incredibly talented speaker and one of the most humble people I have ever known. This interview is going to inspire you on a core level because we’ve all had what felt like missed opportunities, failed dreams, or a bad hand dealt at times. But Inky's perspective will radically shift not only the way you think about your story but the MEANING it gives you. Sometimes when we are going after a dream, our driving force is fame or fortune. Inky’s story is a testament that when your driving force is integrity, character, and your values, you will go much FARTHER, FASTER. Your CHARACTER is BUILT in times of challenge and controversy. At times during our trials, we may think we are having set-backs, but really it is the very pivot that is driving you towards your higher purpose. Inky shares his beliefs on why the PROCESS is more important than the product, and we both agreed that HINDSIGHT really gives you the ability to see that there has always been a PLAN. If you are going through something right now, going after your dream, or trying to figure out the next step...this interview is FOR YOU. His keys and insights are unique and going to affect you in ways perhaps you’ve never experienced before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 Feb 202051min

Are you chasing instant gratification or long-term fulfillment? Imagine you’ve MADE IT. You have created the life you have always dreamed of. You’re living in a mansion, driving the expensive cars, eating at 5-star restaurants, and enjoying life like never before… Just to wake up and watch it slip right through your fingers. What would you do? How would you feel? Whom would you blame? That’s exactly what happened with my next podcast guest, the amazing, Dhar Mann. After losing it all, Dhar took $600 and turned it into an 8 figure business! If you aren’t already one of his raving fans, Dhar is a social media expert that creates some of the most captivating content I’ve ever seen. Even after taking a break from social media for 4 years, he has grown to over 10 million followers across his platforms and averages a BILLION views a month! Social media makes it looks like success happens overnight… NOT TRUE! This is a REAL success story. The reason I love Dhar’s story so much is because he struggled with what MANY of us do; chasing short-term, instantaneous pleasure! Instant gratification feels good at the moment, but will eventually turn into a hollow void. In this interview, Dhar shares how this type of darkness weighed on him even before he lost everything and the million-dollar question that changed the trajectory of his life when he was at his worst. Find out what it takes to go from having it all, to losing everything and rising again from the ashes. Of course, I wouldn’t bring on a social media EXPERT without getting tactical! Dhar reveals the 7 MAJOR KEYS you need to know in order to GROW on your social media platforms that you won’t hear anywhere else! Not only is this one of my favorite stories that I KNOW you need to hear, but you’ll also want to get your pen and paper ready for this social media crash course.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

29 Jan 202044min