Conversations With David Ibarra

What is the most powerful promise you can make as a leader? It isn’t your "WHY" statement—it is your "HOW." In Lesson 8 of the Live Ready Learning Series, host David R. Ibarra breaks down "The Hidden Promise" and explains why leadership culture must start with your team members first. Discover how to answer the quiet questions your associates carry to transform your organization from the inside ou...

Welcome back to the Live Ready Podcast! Today, we sit down with Jason Volny to map out the exact mindset required to scale revenue, build elite teams, and dominate any market. Jason’s story is a masterclass in execution. He shares his perspective on transitioning from Ukraine to the University of Utah, climbing the ranks in automotive volume at Henry Day Ford, and transforming dealership workforce...

Are you living in reaction mode, or are you leading with intention? In Lesson 7 of the Live Ready Learning Series, David R. Ibarra breaks down how to create a "HOW POWER" mindset. Discover why mindset is the ultimate operating system of execution and how moving from "task thinking" to "builder thinking" can completely change how you handle challenges, scale your business, and sustain long-term gro...

This week on Motivational Monday, David R. Ibarra sits down with Cupbop President & COO Dok Kwon—the mastermind helping turn a humble Korean BBQ-in-a-cup into a national sensation! From food trucks to Shark Tank success with Mark Cuban on board, this episode is packed with bold moves, big dreams, and leadership lessons you won’t want to miss. Dok Kwon’s journey is as inspiring as it is unique....

In this episode of the Live Ready Podcast, we sit down with Ed Bailey, the founder of Vision Capital Partners. Ed shares his incredible journey of building a successful investment firm and explains his massive career pivot into teaching and podcasting. If you want to learn what it takes to build a company and why the ultimate wealth is sharing your knowledge, this conversation is for you.

[From the Vault] A comprehensive look at the remarkable impact of Mickey and David Ibarra in their later years. From high school student leaders to national figures, the Ibarra brothers have spent decades paving the way for future generations. Learn more about Mickey’s time in Washington, D.C. as a senior White House official and founder of the Latino Leaders Network. Explore David’s incredible ca...

[FROM THE VAULT] We are throwing it back to where it all began! In this classic replay of the very first episode of the Live Ready Podcast, host David Ibarra sits down with his brother, Mickey Ibarra. Together, they share an intimate, raw look into their early years, the humble beginnings that shaped them, and the foundational lessons that sparked their journeys into leadership, public service, an...

Is your physical health hindering your leadership? In Lesson 6 of the Live Ready Learning Series, David R. Ibarra challenges the idea that leadership is strictly mental. If you are leading while exhausted, stressed, and depleted, you aren't just hurting yourself—you’re hurting your business and your culture. Leadership is physical. The quality of your decisions is directly tied to the condition of...

Most people quit when the game gets tough. In Lesson 5 of the Live Ready Learning Series, David R. Ibarra breaks down the four distinct seasons of a career and how to master each one—from learning the ropes to building a lasting legacy. Stop trying to win early and start building "HOW Power."

This week, we are going to air a never-before-seen podcast where David was interviewed by Sir Dr. James Dentley at the Ethos Film Awards in Santa Monica, where our documentary received an award in the leadership category. Check out the film here: https://www.livereadyinstitute.com/en/subscriptionplan/626f3703-3606-4302-a0de-25edde817aab

Michael Smith is a Co-Founder and the Patient Experience Coordinator at Peak Stem Cells in Murray, Utah. His professional focus on regenerative medicine and longevity is deeply rooted in a personal history of health challenges and the transformative loss of his brother, which reshaped his mission to help others achieve optimal wellness. A Mission Born from Personal Tragedy Michael’s journey into h...

In Lesson 4 of the Live Ready Learning Series, David R. Ibarra explains why adversity isn't an obstacle to growth; it’s the requirement for it. Learn why "HOW POWER" leaders don't seek comfort, but instead use challenges to build the capacity, credibility, and character needed to scale. In this 5-minute lesson: Why pressure reveals what comfort conceals. The "Hill Principle" of leadership. How to...

In this episode of Live Ready, host David Ibarra sits down with Paul Nygaard, former VP of Marketing at Larry H. Miller Management Co. Paul shares how he applies the principles of "living ready" to the competitive world of automotive marketing and corporate strategy. Discover how a clear purpose and disciplined action have fueled his award-winning career and how you can apply those same rhythms to...

Clarity without action creates frustration. In this 5-minute leadership intensive, David R. Ibarra shares Lesson 3 from his upcoming book, Live Ready — Creating HOW Power. Master the "Ready, Set, Go" Framework: ✅ READY: Accurate thought vs. assumptions. ✅ SET: Eliminating distractions that look like activity. ✅ GO: Executing through obstacles to build trust. Stop explaining and start executing....

Royal Coburn joins us this week on the Live Ready Podcast – Beyond Think and Grow Rich. As President of Competition Specialties, Royal is a respected leader in the automotive performance space. His journey reflects what the Live Ready philosophy is all about—discipline, specialized knowledge, and a commitment to consistent execution that drives lasting success. In this episode, Royal shares real-w...

Welcome to Live Ready Beyond Think and Grow Rich. Hosted by, David R. Ibarra. Fueling your growth. Every week, we bring you high-level conversations with the leaders and builders shaping our world.   The Live Ready Learning Series. On select episodes, we dive into "Teaching Mode"—delivering a sharp, 5-minute leadership masterclass to turn your vision into execution. Today’s Lesson. Straight from m...

Joey Burns | Area Vice President at Ken Garff Automotive Group As Area Vice President for Ken Garff Automotive Group, Joey Burns brings over 18 years of dedicated experience to the automotive industry. A proud graduate of Weber State University with a degree in Technical Sales, Joey combines academic expertise with a deep commitment to operational excellence. Fluent in Spanish—a skill honed during...

Every other week we shift into teaching mode on Lĭve Ready® Beyond Think and Grow Rich with a focused 5-minute leadership lesson built to help you turn vision into execution. This week: How you think determines how you lead. And how you lead determines what gets built.

Through three surgeries and relentless faith, he found more than his voice again. He found his passion. He found his purpose.   On this episode of Live Ready - Beyond Think and Grow Rich, David R. Ibarra talks with James F. Wright, who shares a journey where pain became the path—and music became the calling.

On this episode of Live Ready – Beyond Think & Grow Rich, David R. Ibarra interviews D’Marko Blewett—former Mr. Utah and Mr. Los Angeles—for a high-energy conversation on the power of the Sound Health principle. Packed with unforgettable stories, big laughs, and real-life lessons, this entertaining episode is a must-listen!

On this episode of Live Ready: Beyond Think & Grow Rich, David breaks down the Power of Thought—the first principle of success—and shows how your thinking directly shapes your results. If you’re ready to silence doubt, flip the switch to belief, and create real momentum in your life, this episode is a must-listen.

Today on Live Ready, hosted by David R. Ibarra, he interviews a former U.S. Congressman, Salt Lake County Mayor, and Utah State Senator—and current candidate for the U.S. Congress, Ben McAdams—to unpack how living with Purpose, followed by Action, drives leadership, service, and real impact at the highest levels.

Are our cities, counties, and state doing enough to positively impact the homelessness crisis? In this episode of Live Ready – Beyond Think and Grow Rich, I sit down with Randy Shumway to talk purpose, accountability, and bold leadership in the face of a growing crisis.

As we begin a new year, know this: You’re not behind, and you’re not too late—you’re exactly where you need to be if you choose what comes next. In this episode of Live Ready – Beyond Think and Grow Rich, I show how refocusing, not restarting, creates real momentum. Happy New Year and Live Ready!

This week, David is joined by former Zions Bank CEO Scott Anderson for a powerful conversation that shines a light on several core Live Ready principles. Scott learned early in life to define what you want and repeat it with conviction—and in this episode, you’ll discover just how transformative that simple discipline can be.