DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy

In this powerful episode, Mitch reconnects with Vanessa McNeal - a dynamic speaker, trauma-informed life coach, and certified elite coach who's changing the way leaders think about difficult people, burnout, and team culture. Vanessa's mission? To help high achievers ditch burnout, quiet the noise of overwhelm, and lead from a place of inner alignment . She's not about surface-level fluff - her st...

What does it take to fully step into the life you were meant to live? What happens when you lose a big part of your identity… and have to rebuild from the ground up? That's what we're talking about in this raw and real episode with Nick Koumalatsos. Nick is a former Marine Raider, turned multi-passionate entrepreneur, coach, and author. He's also the co-founder and CEO of Johnny Slicks, a fast-gro...

What if the thing standing between you and your growth… is  you ? In this episode of Dream Think Do, Mitch sits down with Steve Mellor - who went from being one of the top 50 swimmers in the world to coaching Olympic athletes, and now, speaking to audiences across the country. Steve flips the script on how we think about progress. From early‑morning swim practices in England to empowering leaders...

What do you do when the plan… completely unravels? In this powerful and faith-filled deep dive, Mitch Matthews shares a message that will help… especially in those times when your plan seems to fall apart.  Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're the only one without a clear path… this episode is for you. Mitch unpacks one of his all-time favorite stories from the Bible - buried...

What if one small moment - something most people would walk past - could change your life and the lives of thousands? That's exactly what happened when Luke Mickelson saw a child sleeping on a "nest" of clothes on the floor.  What followed was messy, imperfect, but undeniably powerful.  In this episode, you'll see how compassion + action + leadership can birth a movement.  Whether you're a leader,...

In this powerful episode of DREAM THINK DO, Mitch sits down with Jheri South - a certified master coach, ADHD specialist, and mom of seven neurodivergent kids.   Jheri opens up about her own adult ADHD diagnosis and how it completely changed the game for her - personally and professionally. She shares how ADHD can be a superpower when we learn to understand it and work with it, not against it. Whe...

In this energizing episode of Dream Think Do … Mitch Matthews tackles something we all need: more GRIT and resiliency . And not in some drill sargent… mad at the world… sort of way.  But instead using science-backed strategies to grow your ability to focus and bring your best… even when you're tired.  Whether you're leading a team, chasing a dream, or just trying to keep up with life… this episode...

Have you felt offended lately? Maybe by something you saw online… or something someone said in a meeting… or even just a shift happening around you that felt off ? You're not alone. In fact, the data says offense is everywhere—and social media is literally designed to feed it to you. But what if offense isn't just annoying or exhausting… what if it's actually blinding you to opportunity? In this d...

Comparison doesn't have to be the enemy. In fact, it can be one of your most powerful tools for growth — if you know how to use it. In this episode of DREAM THINK DO , Mitch Matthews sits down with Jake Thompson — leadership performance coach, two-time bestselling author, keynote speaker, and founder of Compete Every Day — to talk about transforming comparison from a confidence killer into a compe...

Danielle McGeough, PhD is with us! Are you highly successful… but feeling stuck or craving more purpose? Maybe your schedule is full, your calendar looks productive—but something's missing. No one else knows it… but you do.  It's time to get the clarity you want… so you can move forward boldly. If this sounds familiar… this conversation is for you. In this powerful episode of the DREAM THINK DO po...

Jason Ferguson is with us on DREAM THINK DO!  His story feels like a Hollywood script — but I can tell you… it's real, raw, and absolutely inspiring! Jason was a D1 football player with a full ride to the University of Hawaii… until a devastating injury and a series of bad choices sent his life into a decade-long spiral of addiction. For a long time, it looked like his story might end in tragedy....

Jamie Winship is back—for the third time!—and it's no surprise why his previous interviews (Episodes 354 & 394) are among the most downloaded in Dream Think Do history.  In THIS powerful conversation, Mitch reconnects with the award-winning DC cop turned international peacemaker and identity expert to explore how real transformation happens—especially when stepping into a new season of life or lea...

This week, Mitch Matthews sits down in person with returning guest Chandler Bolt—CEO of SelfPublishing.com , 7-time bestselling author, and viral TEDx speaker. They're in Austin, recording from Chandler's studio, and having a blast. Together, they dive deep into 4 pillars that have fueled both Chandler's 8-figure business growth and inspiring personal success. Whether you're launching a startup, w...

This week, Mitch sits down with Scott Simon – author, speaker, and the driving force behind the global movement Scare Your Soul. From a bullied, quiet kid to the leader of a courage revolution, Scott shares his journey of facing fear head-on, one small brave step at a time.  You'll hear how a trip to Israel, a panic attack, and a spiral notebook launched a life-changing practice… and how one viral...

William Paul Young is back—and this convo is a true gift. If you know The Shack, you already know Paul has a way of sharing stories that stretch your heart and soul. In this episode, we go deep on navigating life's seasons—the expected ones, the surprising ones, and the hard ones too. We talk about letting go of pressure, trusting God in the now, and why Paul says a "purpose-driven life" might be...

In this monster-packed reunion… Mitch Matthews is interviewing old friends… Howard Berger (the co-founder of KNB EFX, Walking Dead, Breaking Bad, Orville creature extraordinaire — with over 900 + 1,000 creatures and characters to his name!) and fan‑turned‑pro critic/author Marshall Julius (BBC, Sunday Times, and co‑author of Masters of Makeup Effects).  They're back to DREAM THINK DO to dive into...

Okay, DREAM THINK DOers… get ready! Because today's guest is creating a new and inspiring path when it comes to embracing curiosity, thinking differently, and doing life in bold and unconventional ways. We're talking with Anne-Laure Le Cunff. Anne-Laure is a powerhouse neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and the brilliant mind behind Ness Labs—a platform dedicated to helping people to think better, lear...

Today's guest is Joe Byerly.  He's a rising voice in leadership and the founder of: "From the Green Notebook" — a podcast and blog that's been inspiring leaders inside and outside the military for over a decade.  Joe spent 20+ years in the U.S. Army, earning prestigious honors like: the Legion of Merit, multiple Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart and the General Douglas MacArthur Leadership Award… all w...

In this powerful episode of DREAM THINK DO , Mitch Matthews welcomes back the incredible Amberly Lago! Amberly is a true powerhouse of resilience, inspiration, and grit. She's been featured on the Today Show , the Hallmark Channel , and in magazines like Shape, Fit Pregnancy, and Health & Disability Magazine —all because of her amazing journey of overcoming adversity. After surviving a near-fatal...

Jo Franco is a powerhouse multilingual content creator, writer, and entrepreneur who's all about turning curiosity into action.  You might know her as one of the lead travel presenters on Netflix's The World's Most Amazing Vacation Rentals , where she helps us to explore the globe through the lens of understanding…  cultural connection… and crazy cool rentals. But that's just the beginning!  Jo's...

In this inspiring episode, Mitch Matthews dives into the power of RESET Week 2025 – the third week of January – as the perfect time to refocus, redefine, and realign your goals.  Mitch digs into the GET Method – a simple yet powerful framework for creating momentum and making this your best year yet.  If you're ready to start 2025… FRESH… your way… this episode is packed with actionable strategies...

Today we're talking with Patti B. Johnson… a renowned expert in change management and strategic communications.  Patti is the founder and former CEO of PeopleResults, a consulting firm she launched and led for over 18 years… culminating in a successful private equity acquisition last year. She's also the author of the bestseller…  "Make Waves: Be the One to Start Change at Work and in Life!" In th...

We're talking with… Jason Silver.  Jason has founded multiple companies… but he's also quick to point out that he's also the proud founder of two kids! (He has two boys!)    He was able to play a key role scaling Airbnb in its earlier days.  And… his most recent endeavor has been on the forefront of our current AI revolution… and he was in AI before it was the cool thing to do!  Jason will tell yo...

Have you ever told yourself, "I'll start working on THAT once I'm done with this big project!"  Or… "I'm really going to get started on that goal once we're on the other side of the holidays."  Or… "I'm really going to start making time for ME… once I get this off my plate." Ever been there?  Well… if you're like me (and many of my Coaching Clients)... you tell yourself that but THEN… on the other...

Chase Jarvis is back!  Chase is an award-winning artist, a serial entrepreneur, and best-selling author! He's also one of the most influential photographers of the past decade.  Chase's work has been featured in fine art shows across the USA, Europe and the Middle East… and he's created campaigns for brands like Apple, Nike, and Red Bull. In episode 236 of DREAM THINK DO… we talked with Chase abou...