The Last 10%

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett interviews retired Army Colonel Ken Allard, who rose from draftee to dean of the National War College and later became a TV military analyst and author. Allard reflects on celebrating America’s 250th anniversary and shares pivotal moments shaping his life, including being moved by the Declaration of Independence while studying in Edinburgh durin...

Host Dallas Burnett thanks listeners as The Last 10% nears 100 episodes and then announces major behind-the-scenes projects. He shares the rollout of Perforam and plans to combine it with the 1on1's Coaching System into a performance management suite focused on team growth. Dallas also reveals that his team acquired a failing publishing company on July 1, 2025, and has spent 11.5 months rebuilding...

Host Dallas Burnett interviews Brian Fielkow, a business leader, author, and safety culture expert, about his path from learning retail and marketing in his family’s Wisconsin stores to corporate law, operations leadership in recycling, and ultimately buying and growing a trucking and logistics company by de-commoditizing through people, equipment, and technology. Fielkow shares lessons on managin...

In this episode of The Last 10%, Dallas Burnett interviews Jeff “Bones” Bonner, a former Marine Corps combat fighter pilot and squadron commander, current airline captain, Harvard-trained performance strategist, and creator of the Debrief Advantage system. Bonner shares how childhood inspiration and a non-linear path led him to aviation, combat missions after 9/11 in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett announces that the show’s listenership has doubled and now reaches nearly 80 countries, then interviews Caz McCaslin, founder of Upward Sports and EVP of Facilities at the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Caz shares how a high school injury and an FCA testimony shifted his dream from pro sports to serving through sports ministry, including leav...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett interviews Tracy Gapin, a former urologic surgeon who left a 25-year career to found Peak Launch and focus on precision performance medicine for high performers. Tracy shares how burnout and a disappointing first physical at age 40 led him to study epigenetics, functional medicine, hormones, peptides, and longevity, and why he believes insurance...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett interviews JB Glossinger, founder of Morning Coach and creator of the Get It Done Now Method, who built a 21-year daily coaching platform with over 50 million downloads after a corporate aerospace career that left him unfulfilled. Glossinger shares how early attempts at speaking and book publishing failed, how Morning Coach began as a free confe...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett interviews Tom Freiling, chairman and CEO of the Fryling Agency, a three-time founder and longtime publishing entrepreneur whose company published Burnett’s book Lift. Freiling shares how he launched his first company around 1999–2000 after spotting the opportunity in print-on-demand technology, then built and later sold it to a public company w...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett interviews Dr. Kevin Power, a Vitalistic chiropractor and former professor at Sherman College of Chiropractic. Recently retired after 21 years of teaching, Dr. Power shares insights from his extensive career. He recounts his journey from Australia to the US, emphasizing the importance of intentionality in patient care and teaching. Dr. Power als...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett interviews Jeff Henderson, a former Chick-fil-A marketing executive turned pastor and leadership strategist. Jeff shares his unique journey from corporate success to founding thriving churches and the "FOR" organization, aimed at helping organizations grow with purpose. The conversation delves into Jeff's innovative marketing strategies, includi...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett converses with Patrick Leddin, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, former Army Ranger, Vanderbilt professor, and co-author with James Patterson of 'Disrupt Everything and Win.' Patrick shares his incredible life journey from growing up on the south side of Chicago to leading paratroopers in the Army and building successful businesses. He p...

Today on The Last 10%, Dallas Burnett kicks off a new phase as he returns to Thrive Studios after a three-month hiatus. He discusses the acquisition and revitalization of a publishing company, detailing the challenges of reducing unnecessary complexity and costs, and improving customer service and company storytelling. Dallas shares insights into his personal health scare with Rocky Mountain Spott...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett interviews Tony Miltenberger, an author, executive coach, veteran podcaster, and pastor. They discuss Tony's diverse experiences from military deployments to resilient family-building and his personal journey through life's challenges. The conversation highlights the importance of embracing wounds to unlock leadership potential, integrating core...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett interviews Dr. Megan Matthews Buning, a former All American SEC softball star and current clinical associate professor at Florida State University (FSU). Megan shares her journey from playing and coaching softball to becoming a certified mental performance consultant. They discuss Megan’s struggles with self-awareness, mentorship importance, and...

Host Dallas Burnett shares updates on the podcast's achievements, including increased listenership and the expansion into new countries. Burnett announces the launch of a new performance management system, called Perform, which integrates with a coaching system for a holistic approach to performance improvement. Additionally, the podcast team has acquired a large US publishing company, leading to...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett interviews Jason Hreha, a behavioral scientist and author of the book 'Real Change.' Jason shares his journey from studying neuroscience at Stanford to pioneering behavioral science teams at Walmart and leading his company, Persona. He discusses the limitations of academic behavioral science and the importance of practical, applied approaches. J...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett sits down with Andrew Wittman, a former Marine turned resilience coach, to discuss his journey and expertise. Wittman, who has served as a police officer, federal agent, and author of 'Inner Armor Perpetual Resilience,' shares fascinating stories from his career protecting top political figures and training elite warriors. They delve into the co...

Welcome to an engaging episode of The Last 10%! Today, host Dallas Burnett is joined by Brett Hogeveen, co-founder of Better Culture, to discuss the importance of workplace culture and his innovative 20 tenets for building thriving teams. Brett shares his journey from working in a top-ranked company to creating tools for improving corporate culture from the ground up. The conversation dives into k...

In this episode of 'The Last 10%', host Dallas Burnett welcomes Evan Mawarire, a Zimbabwean pastor known for his leadership in the 'This Flag' movement against the dictatorship of Robert Mugabe. Evan shares his incredible journey from recording a viral rant in his church office to mobilizing a national uprising. He discusses the challenges of facing hyperinflation, the courage to lead non-violent...

In this episode of 'Last 10%,' host Dallas Burnett interviews Kelly Harrison, a retired Navy commanding officer, decorated helicopter pilot, and founder of Mindfully Crafted Solutions. The discussion centers on her incredible career, including a harrowing helicopter crash and the leadership lessons she learned from her experiences. Kelly shares insights on the importance of technical expertise, th...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett engages in an insightful conversation with Dr. Carla Fowler, an MD PhD turned executive coach and founder of THAXA Executive Coaching. Dr. Fowler shares her incredible journey from leaving surgical residency at Stanford to becoming a world-class performance guru and Ultimate Frisbee world champion. They discuss her multi-faceted career, high-per...

In this engaging episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett interviews Dr. Heather Collins, a cognitive neuroscientist and keynote speaker, about unlocking the brain's hidden potential. Dr. Collins shares her journey from childhood curiosity to earning a PhD in psychological and brain sciences, and the frustrations and triumphs of translating complex brain research for public benefit. They discu...

In this episode of 'The Last 10%', host Dallas Burnett is joined by his wife, Danielle, the show's most requested guest, to discuss the launch of their latest project, 'Caveman Delegation.' The episode covers the concept of the last 10% in achieving one's full potential, the importance of delegation, and practical frameworks like the 'Caveman' method. They also delve into how various Enneagram per...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett engages in an incredible conversation with Matthew Mitchell, the winningest head coach in University of Kentucky women's basketball history and a three-time SEC Coach of the Year. Coach Mitchell shares his insights on leadership, coaching, and life beyond the court. They delve into topics like the importance of consistency, the power of honesty,...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett sits down with Curtis Bateman, Franklin Covey's Senior Vice President of International, to discuss transformational leadership and change management. Curtis, an expert with over 25 years in the training industry, shares his journey from his early career to his pivotal role at Franklin Covey. They delve into insights from Curtis's books 'Change:...