IMPACT Effect with Jim Morris

In this episode of the Impact Effect, Jim Morris sits down with author, speaker and founder of the event The Thing, Terry Weaver, to pull back the curtain on the world of high-stakes events and professional connection. He reminds us the importance of leaning into humanity, integrity and truly showing up for people. We dig into the grit required to build something lasting and Terry shares the hard...

Can you literally write the history of your future? In this episode of the Impact Effect, Jim Morris sits down with Ernest Chapman, a brand therapist, composer and author who has spent years perfecting a system for radical personal transformation. Ernest shares the Morning Formula he discovered during a $10,000 leap of faith and walks us though his present-tense script that serves as a 10x return...

We’ve all felt that feeling like we are meant for more, but most of us are too scared to do anything about it. Scott Armstrong didn't just do something, he sold everything that didn't fit in the back of his truck and drove to Nashville sight-unseen because the pain of staying the same finally outweighed his fear of change. Scott and I unpack the misalignments in his life that lead to a bre...

Imagine being 16 years old, waking up one morning, and finding two strangers at the foot of your bed. That was the start of an 83-day journey into the North Carolina wilderness that redefined everything Warren Steury knew about freedom and manhood. On this episode of Impact Effect , Warren and I deconstruct what happens to a person when they lose all agency over their life. For any founder or busi...

Most people wait for an invitation to the room, but Chris Rippy taught me that sometimes you have to build the door yourself through a simple message and a lot of blind faith. This conversation is a masterclass in why being a genuinely good human and detaching from the outcome are the two most underrated skills in business and life. Whether you are trying to break into a new industry or looking to...

Most of us spend our lives running away from the moments that actually define us until we have no choice but to stand still and look them in the face. Stacy Scarsella joined me to talk about the raw reality of loss and the resilience required to turn a personal tragedy into a purposeful life. We dig into why community is the only thing that keeps us upright when our "rock" is gone and ho...

Most of us are running away from a version of ourselves we don't like, but very few of us have the courage to actually kill that old version and start over. Rich Olson joined me in the studio to talk about the brutal reality of transformation, from losing 150 pounds to navigating a total loss of community and career during a divorce. This conversation isn't about tips and tricks; it's about the fr...

We’re pulling back the curtain on what it actually takes to rebuild from the ground up when everyone else expects you to just stay comfortable. This was a powerful, unfiltered session with my friend and mentor, Brian Covey. Brian has run multi-billion dollar teams, but he recently did something that would terrify most leaders: he walked away from the corporate ego and the titles to start over at a...

Business is often treated as a series of cold transactions, but the real growth happens when you stop hiding behind a professional mask. Justine Derby joined me at the Music City Work Club to discuss how she grew her business from $5 million to $17.5 million by leading with her struggles instead of just her highlights. We dive into why showing up on your bad days is often more impactful than being...

We all say we’re trying to make things happen, but that one word might be the very thing keeping you from your next level. This conversation with Jensen Buck was a wild one, it’s a raw look at what happens when you stop leaving a door open for failure and start moving with a level of belief that looks like insanity to everyone else. We dive headfirst into: 1. Jensen’s transition from the dangerous...

Confidence isn't something you are born with; it’s a muscle you have to build through intentional action and the refusal to abandon yourself. I sat down with Rebecca Hatch Black at the Nashville Success Summit to talk about the internal friction every entrepreneur faces. We dig into the "inner critic" that tries to talk you out of your potential and why true confidence is actually quiet, peaceful...

Leading isn't a title; it's what you do at 5:30 in the morning when you're exhausted and your family is counting on you. I sat down with Brock Zevan immediately following the Nashville Success Summit to talk about the weight of leadership and the choices that define us. We get into the grit of building a culture, the reality of overcoming addiction, and why a 15-minute block on your calendar might...

Your team is a mirror, whether you want it to be or not, they’re reflecting your leadership back to you every single day. In this episode of Impact Effect, I sit down with leadership expert and organizational psychologist Tammy Fitzpatrick, PhD to talk about what your team’s behavior is really telling you. We get into why culture is never created by slogans, why integrity shows up in the small mom...

You can work harder than everyone else and still slowly build a business that’s breaking underneath you. In this mini episode of the Impact Effect Podcast with Jim Morris, recorded live at the Nashville Success Summit, Jim sits down with Kendra Cooke to talk about the CEO money mindset that actually creates a sustainable, healthy business. Kendra shares: 1. Why financial awareness is the foundatio...

What if the most valuable skill in the next 10 years isn’t technical, but human? In this episode of Impact Effect, I sit down with Brian Galke, one of the leading experts in facial decoding, body language and human behavior, to talk about the one advantage AI can’t replace, your ability to truly read people. We go deep into: - How to read people’s faces and body language in real time - Why most pe...

In this episode of the Impact Effect Podcast, Jim Morris sits down with William Wade Jr. for a deep, honest conversation about how real change actually happens, not through wishing or hype, but through changing the way you think and make decisions. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why changing your thinking is the first step to changing your life • How your identity determines your decisions and y...

Money mindset is popular, but most people are missing the real foundation. Purpose. In this episode, Jim Morris and Justyn Melendez break down how belief, purpose and value shape not only your money habits, but your relationships, decisions and long-term impact. Justyn shares how he went from a poverty background to raising capital, building relationships and creating real wealth by focusing less...

In this powerful episode of the Impact Effect Podcast, Jim Morris sits down with speaker and coach Nicole Cramer for a raw and deeply human conversation that goes far beyond business. Together, they explore what happens when we stop chasing the highlight-reel version of success and start owning our true story, flaws and all. They unpack what addiction really looks like in everyday life, how identi...

What happens when authenticity meets artificial intelligence? In this episode of The Impact Effect Podcast, host Jim Morris sits down with Ann-Riley Caldwell, the Not-Your-Ordinary Agent, to explore how leaders and creators can use AI with authenticity to build stronger businesses and deeper human connections. Together they talk about the balance between innovation and integrity, how to stay groun...

In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, it’s easy to get lost in the noise and forget the power of real human connection. In this episode of The Impact Effect Podcast, host Jim Morris sits down with Barb Abramson, founder of Making Meaningful Connections, to explore how small shifts in kindness, listening and presence can transform relationships at work, at home and in everyday life. Let's d...

In this episode of The Impact Effect Podcast, host Jim Morris sits down with Zach Day (filmmaker, entrepreneur, and former American Ninja Warrior competitor) to uncover how resilience and purpose can transform adversity into lasting impact. Zach shares his powerful journey, from losing his father to competing on NBC’s national stage and building a career in filmmaking and storytelling. His story i...

What does it take to move from fear of public speaking to standing confidently on the iconic TEDx stage? In this episode of The IMPACT Effect Podcast, host Jim Morris sits down with Dr. Justin Moseley, also known as The Mindset Doctor, to explore how entrepreneurs and leaders can overcome fear, master public speaking, and create meaningful IMPACT. Dr. Moseley shares his inspiring journey of going...

How do you build a business that thrives beyond just profit? In this episode of the Impact Effect Podcast, Jim Morris and Chris Brown dive deep into the realities of entrepreneurship, from facing tough financial decisions to building resilience in business and life. Chris shares lessons on cash flow clarity, scaling with discipline, and creating systems that drive growth without burnout. Jim refle...

Moments That Matter. Build core memories while you build your business. In this Impact Effect Podcast episode, host Jim Morris sits down with entrepreneur and family-first leader Brad Draper to talk about how to build your business and your life at the same time. This talk is about impact, not just income. It is about the small choices that stack into core memories and a company you are proud of....

Wealth without freedom is just a paycheck. Brock Fortner reveals how to design a life that delivers both wealth and financial freedom. Welcome to the Impact Effect Podcast hosted by Jim Morris! In this episode, we’re joined by Brock Fortner, a wealth advisor and thought leader, who shares his proven strategies for building wealth and financial freedom while creating a lasting positive IMPACT. Broc...