Beyond Bricks

Ever search for the perfect planner and come up empty? We did too, so we built one. It's inspired by the idea of "flow," and it's less about checking boxes and more about leading with focus, optimism, and rhythm over 90 days. What does F.L.O.W. actually stand for? This Monday's Monday Morning Mindset has the answer.

Study enough high performers and one trait keeps showing up. Angela Duckworth spent years researching it, and it's not talent or intelligence—it's something built through acceptance, struggle, and simply refusing to quit. This Monday's Monday Morning Mindset digs into what that trait is, and how it's actually built.

Some seasons call for soaring. Others just ask you to keep walking without giving up. There's an ancient promise about exactly where that strength comes from—and it's not from trying harder. This Monday's Monday Morning Mindset unpacks what it looks like to trust more and try less.

What does it take to create a customer experience that keeps people coming back?  In this episode of Beyond Bricks, Dr. Nathan Unruh sits down with customer experience expert and bestselling author Shep Hyken to discuss his book, I'll Be Back, and why great customer service is more than a way of doing business—it’s a philosophy. Together, they explore the many moving parts behind a great cust...

Some leaders crumble under pressure. Others seem to get sharper. The difference isn't talent. It's a specific set of habits that Justin Menkes uncovered while studying what makes leaders thrive when things get hard. This Monday's Monday Morning Mindset breaks down those habits, and how pressure might actually be the thing that sharpens you.

In this episode of Beyond Bricks , Dr. Nathan Unruh sits down with Garrett Wilson of Pay Insights to explore what it means to be proactive rather than reactive in business. They discuss how leaders can use data, company values, and intentional decision-making to build stronger businesses and teams rather than waiting for problems to force their hand. From understanding your people to making smarte...

What do rockets and high performers have in common? Neither one gets anywhere without focus, fuel, and follow-through.  This Monday's Monday Morning Mindset reveals what G.S.D. stands for and how it could change the way people see you. 

Ever notice how some teams move fast without anyone raising their voice? It's not luck, it's alignment. When everyone's clear on the same vision and pulling toward the same outcome, the friction disappears and momentum takes over.  This Monday's Monday Morning Mindset dives into how to build that kind of alignment on your team. 

Matthew McConaughey once gave a surprising answer when asked who his hero is. No famous name, no larger-than-life figure, just a simple idea about time, growth, and who you're becoming.  It's the kind of answer that makes you stop and think about your own hero, and whether you've been looking in the wrong place all along.  Find out what he said and what it means for you on this Mond...

Here's an uncomfortable truth: if Bob has a problem with everybody... Bob is usually the problem.     Ever notice when the same kind of conflict keeps popping up in your life, no matter where you go or who you're with? Might be time to wipe the fog off the mirror and take an honest look at yourself.  Catch this Monday's episode of Monday Morning Mindset to find out how changing what...

What separates people who simply work from those who truly love the work they do? In this episode of Beyond Bricks Dr. Nathan Unruh sits down with bestselling author and leadership expert Jon Gordon to explore the power of positive habits, intentional leadership, and the mindset shifts that create lasting impact. Drawing from his newest book, The Power of Positive Habits , Jon shares practical str...

Jon Gordon says it comes down to four simple words—Communicate, Connect, Commit, and Care. Sounds easy enough, but there's a lot more to each one than meets the eye, especially when it comes to really knowing your people and leading by serving them first.  Catch the full episode this Monday on Monday Morning Mindset to see what each "C" is really about—and how focusing on just one t...

It’s easy to love the mountain top, but real growth happens in the valleys. That’s where hard work, training, and teamwork shape resilience and deepen roots.  This Monday Morning Mindset shows why embracing the valleys is just as important as celebrating the peaks. Watch and see how the low points can lead to your biggest wins. 

What if the way you've always viewed health, growth, and even yourself isn't the full picture?  In this episode of Beyond Bricks , Dr. Nathan Unruh sits down with Dr. Sherry McAllister to discuss her book, Adjusted Reality , and explore how inherited beliefs, conventional thinking, and fragmented approaches to health can limit our potential. Drawing from more than 25 years of clinical ex...

If you want healthy fruit, start with the root.  Strong roots are your culture, your team, your numbers, and your mission. This is what makes success last. Weak roots might give you a quick win, but it won’t stick.  Stop chasing the fruit and start feeding the root. The results will follow.  We’re exploring this on Monday Morning Mindset. This one might change the way you think about growth. 

Teams need ways to know what’s really happening. Meetings, one-on-ones, and informal check-ins act like thermostats, they show what’s working and what needs attention.  This Monday Morning Mindset shares how simple check-ins can protect your culture and boost performance. Watch and learn how to keep your team at the right temperature. 

Culture is not what you say. It is what you allow and what you repeat.  If something gets ignored, it sticks. If something gets recognized, it grows. People don’t just need to be told once. They need to see it, hear it, and feel it over and over.  So what are you really reinforcing right now?  We’re digging into this on Monday Morning Mindset. This one might make you rethink what you’re allowing e...

Communication has the power to strengthen relationships—or quietly create distance. In this episode of Beyond Bricks, Dr. Nathan Unruh sits down with Jason Van Ruler to explore how greater self-awareness can transform the way we communicate. Together, they discuss why understanding both your own communication style and the styles of those around you leads to healthier conversations, stronger relat...

It is easy to focus on getting things done. But how people feel while working with you matters just as much. That is what they remember.  This Monday Morning Mindset explores the experience you create every day. Take a few minutes to watch and see what might be worth adjusting. 

Culture is not something you say, it is something people feel. It shows up in how you think, what you say, and what you do every day.  This Monday Morning Mindset takes a simple look at how your daily choices shape the culture around you. Watch the episode and see what might need to shift to match the culture you want to build. 

When conflict shows up, it usually points to one thing. But most of the time, that’s not the real issue. So what’s actually going on?  The reaction, the tone, the tension… it usually comes from something deeper that hasn’t been said yet. That’s where things either break or get better.  We’re talking about this in Monday Morning Mindset. This one might change how you handle tough conversations. 

When pressure hits, it is easy to second guess everything and change course. But the best performers do the opposite. They stick to what they know works and trust their process.  This Monday Morning Mindset looks at why staying grounded in your fundamentals matters most when things get tough. Watch the episode and see how trusting your process can carry you through. 

This month on Beyond Bricks, Dr. Nathan Unruh welcomes Jordan Montgomery, author and thought leader, for a grounded conversation on what it truly takes to grow, lead, and master your craft. In this episode, Jordan explores the power of self-awareness as the starting point for real development. He unpacks how recognizing who you are, and who you’re not, creates the clarity needed to take ownership...

"There's no such thing as tough. There's trained and untrained. Which one are you?"  That line applies to every area of your life: your leadership, your habits, your health.  This week's episode is built entirely around what it means to stop making excuses and start training. Watch it before your week gets away from you. 

It is easy to hand off tasks and keep things moving. But real growth happens when people are trusted with more than just what to do. When they are given ownership, they begin to think, solve, and lead in new ways.  This Monday Morning Mindset takes a closer look at that shift. Watch the episode and see how giving authority can change not just the work, but the people doing it.