Business Minds Coffee Chat

Dr. Maya Shankar, cognitive scientist, creator, executive producer, and host of the podcast A Slight Change of Plans, and author of The Other Side of Change , joins me on this episode. Maya was a Senior Advisor in the Obama White House, where she founded and served as Chair of the White House Behavioral Science Team. She also served as the first Behavioral Science Advisor to the United Nations und...

Brian Johnson, founder and CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation, entrepreneur, teacher, coach, author, philosopher, and podcast host, joins me on this episode. Brian has helped millions of people around the world become their best, most productive, energized, and connected version of themselves. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Crafting a life of meaning ✅ Being a passionate student of ancient wisdom a...

Jon Levy, behavioral scientist and New York Times bestselling author of You're Invited, known for his work in trust, human connection, belonging, and influence, joins me on this episode. His clients range from Fortune 500 brands, like Microsoft, Google, and Samsung to startups. He's been featured in major media outlets including CNN, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, Time, and The New York Times. 🎙...

Dr. Alex Auerbach, sport and performance psychologist, co-founder and CEO of Momentum Labs, and author of Called to Greatness , joins me on this episode. Alex has worked with the best athletes in the world in the NBA, NFL, MLB, and Olympians, as well as high-performers in other domains like elite military units, Fortune 5 companies, and venture-backed start-ups. He currently serves as the performa...

William Branum, Navy SEAL veteran, founder and CEO of Naked Warrior Recovery, speaker, author, and business and leadership advisor, joins me on this episode. William's expertise in leadership and mindset is sought after by organizations ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. He's been featured by Fox News, USA Today, MarketWatch, and other media outlets. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Lim...

Amberly Lago, a leading expert in resilience and transformation, a TEDx and internationally renowned motivational speaker, USA Today bestselling author, coach, and host of the globally top-ranked podcast, The Amberly Lago Show, joins me on this episode. Amberly has been featured in popular media outlets, including Forbes, USA Today, The Doctors, The Today Show, People, and many others. 🎙️ What We...

Muriel Wilkins, CEO & Founder of Paravis Partners, author of Leadership Unblocked , a trusted executive coach, C-suite advisor to some of the world's most influential leaders, and host of the acclaimed Harvard Business Review podcast, Coaching Real Leaders, joins me on the latest episode of Business Minds Coffee Chat. Muriel has been featured in popular media outlets, including Harvard Business Re...

Dr. Michael Ryoshin Sapiro, an ordained Zen Buddhist monk and poet, clinical psychologist, psychedelic psychotherapist, author, meditation teacher, and musician, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Michael integrates Buddhist and Nondual teachings and practices with psychology and science to help people unlearn programming, unlock potential, and awaken the heart where our deepest wi...

Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX, author of Be Yourself at Work , speaker, and mentor, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Claude has become a trusted voice on emotional intelligence, heart-centered leadership, and the power of authenticity in the workplace. She's been featured in popular media outlets including The New York Times, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal. 🎙...

Dr. Jeff Spencer, an Olympian, author of multiple books, an award-winning chiropractor, a renowned glass artist, and a human performance coach, joins me on this episode. Jeff's client roster includes Lance Armstrong, Tiger Woods, the rock group U2, Richard Branson, and many others. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Jeff's backstory ✅ Angels who played a pivotal role in Jeff's life ✅ Training for the Olympi...

Dr. Josh Davis, international and USA Today bestselling author, NLP certified trainer and master practitioner, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Josh is the founder and director of the Science-Based Leadership Institute, where he and his team draw on neuroscience and psychology to help leaders change themselves and lead change. His writing has appeared in Harvard Business Review,...

John O'Leary, 2x #1 national bestselling author, world-renowned inspirational and TEDx speaker, host of the globally top-ranked Live Inspired podcast, and executive producer and subject of the major motion picture Soul On Fire, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. John has shared his message with millions across the U.S. and around the world. His incredible life story, adapted into t...

Sara Leila Sherman, a classical musician, educator, author, arts entrepreneur, founder of Mozart for Munchkins, and the nonprofit Little Mozart Foundation, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Sara's work includes partnerships with the Brooklyn Chamber Orchestra, Lincoln Center, Hudson Yards, and the United Federation of Teachers, as well as a pioneering music and mindfulness curricu...

Dr. Jeffrey Hull, a highly sought-after facilitator, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and executive coach to leaders across the globe, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Jeff brings years of translating science into leadership as a consultant, psychologist, and teacher at New York University and Harvard Medical School. His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inve...

Shawn Kanungo, a globally recognized innovation strategist and disruption expert, bestselling author, and a wildly popular keynote speaker who was named in Forbes as the "Best Virtual Keynote Speaker I've Ever Seen," joins me on this episode. Shawn previously spent 12 years at Deloitte, working closely with leaders to better plan for the opportunities associated with disruptive innovation. Shawn i...

Dr. Bob Rosen, clinical psychologist, founder & CEO of Healthy Companies, NYT bestselling author, and keynote speaker, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Bob is a world-renowned thought leader on healthy people and healthy organizations. His work has been featured in major media outlets, including The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Fortune, Time, and more. 🎙️ What We Disc...

Kevin Miller, former pro cyclist, prolific entrepreneur, a respected peak potential guide, author of the book  What Drives You , and the host of a wildly popular podcast with over 70 million downloads and over 1500 episodes, joins me on this episode. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Identity ✅ Navigating life transitions ✅ The drivers behind attachment ✅ And much more! Get connected with Kevin: Website:...

Britt Frank, a licensed neuro-psychotherapist, trauma specialist, expert in human behavior, keynote speaker, and author, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Britt's work has been featured in major media outlets, including Psychology Today, The New York Times, Esquire, Cosmopolitan, Fast Company, and Forbes. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Parts Work & Internal Family Systems ✅ Why each of u...

Brad Stulberg, researcher, USA Today and national bestselling author, executive coach, speaker, and podcast host, joins me on this episode. Brad is a regular contributor to The New York Times, and his work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, The New Yorker, Sports Illustrated, Outside Magazine, Forbes, and other outlets. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Change i...

Mike Brick, owner of Clean & Green Outdoor Services, joins me on this episode. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Mike's backstory ✅ Lessons learned from going to prison ✅ The importance of freedom and mentorship ✅ Cultivating a positive mindset ✅ And more! Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-minds-coffee-chat/id1539014324   Subscribe to...

Angus Fletcher, a world leading expert on the science of storytelling, bestselling author, professor of story science at Ohio State University's Project Narrative, and a consultant to U.S. Army Special Operations, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. His research has been called "life changing" by Brené Brown and "mind blowing" by Malcolm Gladwell. In 2023, he was awarded the Commend...

Steve Ridder, Head Coach of Embry-Riddle's men's basketball program, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Steve led the biggest turnaround in NAIA history, guided the Embry-Riddle Eagles to an NAIA national championship, has been named Coach of the Year eight times, and has been inducted into five Halls of Fame. Fueled by a relentless desire to grow, Steve's vision reached far beyond...

Fotini Iconomopoulos, bestselling author of Say Less, Get More , international negotiation expert and advisor, and keynote speaker, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. With two decades of experience across more than 170 industries and six continents, Fotini has delivered results for global brands including Microsoft, Walmart, and Rolls-Royce. Her approach blends behavioral science,...

Molly Fletcher, former top sports agent, inspiring keynote and TEDx speaker, #1 USA Today bestselling author, and host of a top-rated podcast, joins me on this episode. Molly made a name for herself as one of the first female sports agents and was hailed as the "female Jerry Maguire" by CNN. She has been featured in notable media outlets, including ESPN, CNN, Forbes, Fast Company, and Sports Illus...

Geoff Woods, founder of AI Leadership and The AI-Driven Leadership Collective, #1 bestselling author of The AI-Driven Leader , keynote speaker, and host of The AI-Driven Leader podcast, joins me on the latest Business Minds Coffee Chat. Geoff helps leaders harness the power of AI to grow their business, outpace the competition, and get more done in less time. As the former Chief Growth Officer of...