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Matthew Pinto, founder of Ascension Press, helped launch the Bible in a Year podcast with Fr. Mike Schmitz. In this interview, he details the early days of launching Ascension, how he grew in the roll, and the new ventures he's embarked on since stepping down as CEO.  👉 Want to learn to start and scale a business, lead others effectively, or grow in your sales strategies as an entrepreneur?...

Part 4 of our 48 Laws of Power Book Series, a deep dive into what is true and what isn't from the 48 Laws of Power book by Robert Greene.  Enjoying the show? Give us a 5-star reading and leave a comment. We'd love to hear from you! 🚀 Want to become a better leader, master your self so you can better influence others? Sign up to our weekly newsletter and get access to a FREE 60-minute bu...

Part 3 of our 48 Laws of Power Book Series, a deep dive into what is true and what isn't from the 48 Laws of Power book by Robert Greene.  Enjoying the show? Give us a 5-star reading and leave a comment. We'd love to hear from you! 🚀 Want to become a better leader, master your self so you can better influence others? Sign up to our weekly newsletter and get access to a FREE 60-minute bu...

Meet Sam Blair, former Navy SEAL Officer and CEO. He shares his background in leading elite teams as a SEAL, and the secret that led him to survive BUD/S training.  Want to become a better leader, master your self so you can better influence others? Sign up to our weekly newsletter and get access to a FREE 60-minute business growth course here: https://www.leadinggiants.com/newsletter How I Starte...

This series will cover the do's and dont's of applying the "48 Laws of Power" by Robert Greene. Subscribe to see the series unfold! 🚀 Business Growth, Executive Leadership, and Sales Masterclass If you want to take your business to the next level, build an incredible company culture, and close more sales, check out my NEW masterclass Leading Giants. Inside you'll find ove...

Ruslan Karaoglanov, originally from Baku, Azerbaijan, migrated to the U.S. as a refugee in the 90s. Despite early dreams of an NBA career, Ruslan's journey took a turn towards crime and substance abuse. A transformative conversion to Christianity redirected him towards music, touring churches and local venues. However, seeking stability for his young family, Ruslan shifted focus to his YouTub...

A West Point graduate and former Army Captain, Roxanne built a distinguished career at global blue-chip companies such as Kraft, Kellogg's, Post Holdings, and Textron.  Now a two-time president and seasoned operator, she is a regular in the boardroom, having guided and influenced at both the executive leadership and board level, advising on growth strategies, M&A activities, and the devel...

This series will cover the do's and dont's of applying the "48 Laws of Power" by Robert Greene. Stay tuned to see the series unfold! ----------------------------- Hi there! I'm Dave Durand, a best-selling author, radio personality, and award-winning CEO. I post videos on business advice and interviews with top CEOs of multi-million dollar companies, so subscribe for new vi...

On this episode of the Durand on Demand Podcast, Dave gets real with Men's Coach John Sonmez on what it means to be a man in today's world. John, a software developer by trade, is the founder of Simple Programmer and Bulldog Mindset, two highly successful YouTube channels and blogs. John has been in the online space coaching men, and while his philosophies have evolved, the core of what...

Ever wonder what your teen should do to get started in entrepreneurship and investing?  In this bonus episode of Durand on Demand, Dave gives some timeless principles to teens looking to start their entrepreneurial and investing journeys. These same principles can be applied as a novice teen getting started, or a seasoned veteran looking to sharpen their foundations in entrepreneurship and investi...

This week's GIANT is Matthew Kelly: author, speaker, thought leader, entrepreneur, consultant, spiritual leader, and innovator.  Matthew Kelly has dedicated his life to helping people and organizations become the-best-version-of-themselves. Born in Sydney, Australia, he began speaking and writing in his late teens while he was attending business school. Since that time, 5 million people have...

In an ever so divided world, lies have been absorbed as absolute truths, where absolute truth are continued to be ridiculed. If you want to be a GIANT, you need TRUTH as the cornerstone and bedrock of your foundation.  In this week's episode, we expose some of the lies that continue to be perpetuated throughout schools, universities, public figures and even some religious leaders regarding so...

What is the one thing preventing most people from achieving maximum health, a long-life span, and ultimately better results at the gym? The answer will shock you! Meet this week's Giant: Dr. Sean O'Mara, a trailblazer in health and performance optimization, whose mission is to revolutionize your well-being. As a founder of the innovative medical startup Lantu in Minneapolis, Dr. O'M...

This week, we explore the 7 traits of long-term performers and number 7 will probably surprise most of you! Don't forget to give us a 5-star rating and tune into Durand on Demand here on your favorite podcasting platform or on YouTube. If you want to take your business to the next level, build an incredible company culture, and close more sales, check out my NEW masterclass Leading Giants. In...

AMU President Mark Middendorf is this week's Giant. He discusses common traits found in all great leaders, and what he's found to be the defining factor for self-made billionaires that he's personally applied in his own journey. Mark Middendorf, a Chicago native, was educated at Northern Illinois University and holds a Master of Business Administration in Finance from DePaul Univers...

Break free of everything holding you back. Break free of your self-doubt, let go of your pride and ego, and seize greatness. Be IGNITED by opportunity and achieve success. Believe in your abilities, face challenges, and DEFY ALL ODDS. Don't be trapped into thinking your dreams are unrealistic. Greatness needs a stage to be on, and you are the performer to create your MASTERPIECE this year. Th...

🚫 3 self-help LIES to get rid of 🚫 🙅‍♂️ A positive attitude is the key to success People with positive attitudes are great to be around. But it doesn't always mean they are people who are successful — conversely, I'm sure you can think of at least one person with a negative attitude who has built a successful business or made great strides in their career. The key to success is resolv...

This week's giant is Denzil Samuels. Denzil was born in India, educated in England and lives in the United States. He has lived and worked in the UK, Germany, France, Saudi Arabia and Hong Kong. He is the global leader for the Partner ecosystem for Cisco's Services (CX) organization. Denzil lives in Florida with his wife, Shari. They have 4 adult children and 2 grandchildren. In 2023, De...

In this bonus episode, I'll show you how to scale a business in ANY industry quickly using these top 10 ways to grow fast 🚀 These are the strategies I've used to grow my own companies to the hundreds of millions, with over a BILLION dollars in sales. Which one of these is the most important for you and your business? Let me know in the comments ⬇️ Hi there! I'm Dave Durand, a best-...

Today's giant is Joseph Crivello, otherwise known as Joe, a serial entrepreneur having built successful businesses in the aviation, real estate, and technology industries. He is currently the CEO of Jet Out, a company he founded in 2018 which is one of the fastest growing aircraft co-ownership and charter companies in the United States. Jet out has been disrupting the fractional ownership ind...

Today's GIANT is Justin Donald, author, investor and entrepreneur.  Justin Donald, called the “Warren Buffett of Lifestyle Investing,” is the #1 WSJ bestselling author of The Lifestyle Investor: The 10 Commandments of Cash Flow Investing for Passive Income and Financial Freedom. As founder of The Lifestyle Investor, he specializes in low-risk cash flow investing, simplifying complex financial...

Lara Logan shares her incredible story with our Giants this week. The major takeaways for you are to: learn to communicate with authenticity, while recognizing bias, and take courage in the midst of fear because your calling is your responsibility. Lara shares the ups and downs of her career, and how truth in the midst of adversity shaped her life and career forever. Join us at www.leadinggiants.c...

Gary joins to share his convictions on the American Dream, his story from zero to hero, and how he's managed to build & rebuild his business empire by empowering key leaders, relying on his faith and family, all while dealing with turbulent times. The story doesn't end there: you're in the driver's seat, how will you slay dragons and become a giant? Join us at www.leadinggi...

Tom Monaghan was named the entrepreneur of the decade, and nearly lost it all due to frivolous lawsuits and financial problems in his business. Through the years, Tom dedicated much of his life to prayer and hard work, but even he says he wasn't prepared to achieve the heights of success he had achieved. Beyond the ups and downs, Tom's faith in God played a pivotal role in his philanthro...