Be That 1% Podcast

Episode 284: Quotes to live by    In today's episode, James shares eight quotes that have helped shift how James operates in his business, relationships, and life. At different stages of his life, these quotes have served as a powerful teacher, reminder, and prompt for deeper exploration and insight.    Connect with James  IG: @James_silvas  Tik Tok: @James_Silvas  Web: www. Bethatonepercent.com W...

283: 'Brain Endurance Training' a concept from the book Endure:   In Today's episode, James talks about the concept of 'Brain Endurance Training'  from the book Endure: Mind, Body and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance. He shares the studies that he found insightful and helpful in order to leverage this information for greater levels of performance inside and outside of sports.  Joi...

Episode 282: Title: Influence In Today's episode James shares 4 fundamentals for influence from his experience working with leaders world-wide. You can use these four skills to deepen and expand your influence on the teams you lead and/or communities you serve.  Connect with James  IG: @James_silvas  Tik Tok: @James_Silvas  Web: www. Bethatonepercent.com Web: www. JamesSilvas.com

Ep 281: How to Re-Wire from Survival to Greatness with James Silvas Today is a reverse episode. You'lll hear James on the Mark Groves Podcast encouraging listeners to embrace both their individuality and the interconnectedness of all things to live a meaningful life aligned with their values and purpose.  They explore the importance of living our values to be in true alignment with ourselves.  Jam...

Title: Developing Staying Power  Justin Hibbert is the creator of B10, an Elite Performance facility and brand,  a 2x Ironman, and a Former Nightlife VIP host at Hakkasan Group. James and Justin have been friends for eight years, and on today's episode, they talk about pain, resourcefulness, and developing staying power in pursuit of a very challenging goal.  Tune in to learn how to sharpen your f...

Episode: 279  Title: 2024: Courage > Confidence  Description: In this episode, James shares an insight that can help you have your best year yet.    Have a question you want James to answer on the show? Send an email to info@silvasspeaks.com or send a DM through the @bethatonepercent IG profile.    Connect with James: IG: James_Silvas Web: jamessilvas.com / Bethatonepercent.com Youtube: James Silv...

Title: 278: Keeping Friendships Strong: Navigating Long Distance, Marriage, Kids, and Career Changes  Today, James connects with his two best friends, Johnny Amiri and Seth Limon, as they discuss and break down how they built a 15-year relationship that continues to remain strong despite geographical changes, marriage, kids, and life's responsibilities.  Connect with James  IG: @James_silvas  Tik...

Title: 277: Battle-Tested Strategies and Exercises for Being Your Best with Dr. Mark Guadagnoli    Dr. Mark Guadagnoli has worked in industry and academia for over two decades. He has taught/lectured at Harvard University, MIT, UCLA, UNLV, and USC. He has been featured in publications including The New York Times, Time Magazine, USA Today, and GolfDigest and has appeared on the History Channel and...

Episode 276: Key Principles for building a top 1% physique with Michael Sheedy Description:  Today, James connects with Online Fitness Coach, Personal Trainer, and Entrepreneur Michael Sheedy.  Michael has committed his life to understanding the human body and how to get the most out of your fitness routines.     In this episode, we go deep on:  What a top 1% physique looks like  Exercises most pe...

Episode 274: Transcendent Leadership: Moving from "Not enough" to Peace w  Carissa Johnsen  Description:  Carissa Johnsen is an International Spiritual Guide, Transformational Speaker, and Podcast host of Transcendent Leadership.  She has a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and is a Certified Shamanic Practitioner, Guided Energy Medicine Facilitator, Intuitive, and Healer with 8 years of expe...

Title: Utilizing Breath for Recovery, Transformation, and Performance with Samantha Skelly Description:  Samantha Skelly is the founder and CEO of the multi-million dollar Breathwork and Wellness company, Pause Breathwork. She's an international speaker, best-selling author, top-rated podcast hose, and coaching expert with a heart-centered approach to life and business.   A leading authority on tr...

273: A 23 year career shifted overnight: How A Breakdown led to a Breakthrough w Nick Motycka    Description:  Today's guest is Nick Motycka. Nick grew up in Alberta with a father who was a member of the RCMP.  Nick spent his entire adult life, 23 years, in various law enforcement-related positions: security, loss prevention, bylaw services, Canada Customs, Court and Prisoner Services, as a regula...

Title: 272: Winning the Inner Game w James Silvas Description: In today's reverse episode James appears on the Ignite U Podcast, discussing the mental body and how we can truly fortify our mindset through frameworks, concepts, and strategies.    Topics discussed:  The power of our upbringing and the resilience or resistance it can foster.  Insights into the duality of city life and its potential f...

Episode 271: Title: Defeat Inconsistency, Procrastination and laziness with this strategy Description:    Let's face it, our mind can be our best friend or our own worst enemy.  It's easy to get in our heads, psych ourselves out, and have our performance suffer.  That doubt, fear, and insecurity can compound over days, weeks, months, and years to take us to a place we don't want. It is a daily bat...

Episode 270: Title: Moving off-grid: Building a regenerative community homestead w Chase Spillman  Description:  Chase Spillman is a Husband, Father, founder, and leader of his own off-grid, regenerative farming community called Arcadia.  In this episode, James & Chase talk about the following:  What it looks like to build a regenerative community homestead.  The lessons learned from being in the...

How do I increase my meeting effectiveness?  Episode: 269 Title: How do I increase employee retention? Q/A series Description: In this episode, James answers a question from the Be That 1% community regarding meetings and how to improve them. Tune in to learn what strategies you can implement to see an improvement in this area.  Have a question you want James to answer on the show? Send an email t...

Title: Sobriety, Adversity and lessons learned from the service industry w Lance Essihos   Description:  As an experienced veteran with adversity, Lance has faced some of life's most difficult challenges. Grinding his way through the hockey ranks to traveling the world as a bartender. Through his battle with drugs and alcohol for well over a decade, the tragic loss of his brother to suicide, follo...

Episode: 267 Title:  How do I increase employee retention? Q/A series Description: In this episode, James answers a question from the Be That 1% community regarding employee retention. Tune in to learn what strategies you can implement to see an improvement in this area.  Have a question you want James to answer on the show? Send an email to info@silvasspeaks.com or send a DM through the @bethaton...

Title: Rising to your potential & shattering average  Description:  Managing time and priorities effectively is a challenge that many individuals face in their personal and professional lives. It requires careful planning, organization, and self-awareness to ensure that tasks are completed efficiently and that one's energy and attention are focused on the most important areas.    In this episode,...

Episode 265: Branden Collinsworth Title: Optimize to Materialize   Description:  James welcomes Nike Master Trainer & Founder of Warrior Retreats, Branden Collinsworth back to the BTOP Podcast. Topics:  Fight camp  Losing his mother and the lessons learned  Optimization habits and strategies  Relationships  How to create purpose, identify goals and operate from a clear vision   Connect with Brande...

Episode 264 w Cam Macdougall Title: Breathwork, Recovery & Pushing Limits with Cam Macdougall Description:  Cam MacDougall is a passionate individual whose life has been a profound transformation journey. From battling addiction to crime & violence, Cam has emerged with crystal clear clarity and an unwavering passion for helping others. As a transformational specialist, he has spent the past seven...

Episode 263:  Title: The pain stops when the truth starts with Jake Kauffman  Description:  Jake Kauffman is an International Transformation Coach & Spiritual Mentor for purpose-driven, visionary men & entrepreneurs seeking to grow in their life & leadership. He has supported hundreds of men to thrive and reach the next-level in all areas of life, business & relationship.  His mission is to help m...

Episode 262: John Tierney    Title: The Power of Bad: How the Negativity Effect Rules Us & How We Can Rule It w John Tierney   Description:  John Tierney is a former New York Times Science Columnist and Best-Selling Author.  He is currently a contributing editor to "City Journal" and the co-author of "The Power of Bad: How the Negativity Effect Rules Us and How We Can Rule It." He also co-authored...

  Title: Connection, Intimacy & Sex with James & Amanda Silvas    Description:   Amanda Silvas joins James on the podcast today to talk about the strategies and lessons they have learned through their marriage, being parents to their two kids, and how to navigate connection, intimacy, and sex.  Show Topics: The difference between connection and intimacy  Ways to experience intimacy  The shocking s...

Title: From Homeless to Hero: Redesigning your life with Michael Unbroken    Description: From homeless to hero, Michael Unbroken, is the Founder of Think Unbroken, a best-selling author, award-winning speaker, podcast host, coach, and advocate for adult survivors of childhood trauma. At 4 years old Michael's emotionally incestuous mother cut off his right index finger, she was a drug addict and a...