Intentional Disruption

Today's podcast will run through my lessons learned as a husband, father, child, friend and business owner.  This is an episode 40 years in the making... because its my birthday.  Reflection is important in business. It saves marriages. It makes you a better parent, friend and human. That is why I want to share with you. If you can learn from my mistakes it will accelrate your growth.  I will have...

In episode #45 of Intentional DIsruption I discuss a $20 fix to a problem that has taken up thousands of dollars of productive time. Many "influencers" show you all the great stuff they do. This episode isn't about my clients that have experienced 20% growth YTD. It is about a mistake I made that hurt my productivity inside my business. This is a quick episode but if you can apply the underlying l...

In episode #44 of the Intentional Disruption podcast we will hear from Chris Kirwan. Chris is a USMC cvet and the Greensboro, NC coordinator for Irrevrent Warriors, a Vet non-profit focused on providing a community for Veterans. They are commited to reforging the bonds that military members have and helping prevent suicide. The concepts discussed are immediately applicable to your #culture inside...

Today on the pod I share a lesson that converted a 6 figure sales conversation. Whether your service is B2B or B2C the simple tactical shift I discuss in this episode will increase your conversion ratio, your top line revene and probably your profit percentage as well.  Take a listen to this podcast with a clean sheet of paper and do the exercise I mention. You can shift the trajectory of your yea...

On this episode of The Intentional Disruption Podcast, Mike Demo discusses the amazing value provided by becoming a mentor. He tells the story of how his own mentor changed his life for the better, and offers tips on how you can do the same for your mentee. This insightful conversation will open your eyes to additional realities and help you shift the life path of someone you care about. We would...

As a veteran and successful businessman, Mike Demo knows a thing or two about growth. In this episode of The Intentional Disruption Podcast, he shares his tips for rapidly improving the value of your business. This is essential listening for any entrepreneur looking to take their business to the next level. We'll also be featuring interviews with Veteran entrepreneurs and other business leaders, s...

Today I host U.S. Army vet Richard Kaufman, host of the "Vertical Momentum" podcast.  We discuss his journey through military service, substance abuse and how almost losing it all propelled him on his current path. He discusses lessons learned from his mentor Gary Vee and how gratitude can shift your life's path.    You can reach Rick on FB here: Rick Kaufman If you enjoy the episode please rate a...

Just the other day I was organizing my basement and I came across my copy of "why we can't wait" by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  With all of the movement in society to push away from seeing someone for the content of their character and instead looking to fractionalize them and break them into their compnent immutable characteristics.  In this podcast I discuss how following this path could very we...

Today we discuss a problem business owners have way too often. How do you focus your organization on growth when you're at capacity time wise, mentally physically?   I will walk you through the why's I learned while growing my sales organization by 100% during recession years. Some of the tips I give have other steps to maximize their productivity. I freely share these tips on my LinkedIn profile....

After a hiatus to focus on being a dad, husband and handyman we are back to recording.  Things have changed and this podcast will reflect it. It's a good thing I promise. We will be focusing on the mentality topics as before but now with a larger focus on small business growth. There will also be more interviews with entrepreneurs.  To start we will be going weekly buy you can connect with me @ Li...

Happy Father's Day!  Today I recorded in studio with my son Ryan as I reflected on the role I will play in his life. I also discuss how my father shaped much of my current paradigm.  I discuss the role of fathers in the lives of children and how that relates to personal development and performance coaching.  I would love feedback on this episode as well as stories of your father. You can reach me...

Hello again! I am back from my honeymoon and have a great episode for you today.  Effective sales communication is not very different from everyday communication. If you want something you need to tell someone.  How often have you used words like should, could, wish, maybe, possibly etc? These ineffective words are hampering your ability to communicate effectively. Listen in as I share stories fro...

Hello again from the island of Kona. Today we discuss how outlets natural instinct to be irritated/annoyed or frustrated creates second order effects that can harm your growth.  Let me know in the comments or on IG what you think of the sound quality. You can reach me @usmc3782 on IG. 

today we come to you from Kona, Hawaii. I say we because my blushing bride Lauren joined me for this quick hitter.    Today we we discuss how life skills and business skills interact on a daily basis. This episode and some others over the next two weeks are live, unedited and designed to bring context to everyday decisions that add up to a massive impact.    As as always you can reach me @usmc3782...

Fun fact, today I am getting married!   this episode has some gems during my early morning drive to the office. I dive into how I create a competitive advantage over my peers in sales and relationships.    Drop me a note @usmc3782 on IG about this one. I know it will provide value. 

Tonight we cover a question from listener @youthxlct related to the benefits to opening yourself to opportunities.    For those listening live on Instagram @usmc3782 thank you for joining! I hope the tips provided are beneficial!   Drop a review and let me know what you think of the live format and message me @usmc3782 on Instagram for any show requests or feedback

Today we discuss failure and how a quick hack can stave it off.  I also have an update on an event coming up this weekend that many of you have asked about. This is a quick episode with a lesson you can apply daily. I hope it helps. 

Today we begin discussing the physical and spiritual world. In March I went to a camp with Ryan Niddel and 12 other men.  In one evolution we were given a tool to connect with our inner spiritual self. This was an modified version of a evolution from Wake Up Warrior that was changed to allow us to discover an ability we have always had but attenuated.    Take a listen and leave a review to let me...

Today we discuss why my daily 5:30 alarm asks me to rise in gratitude. We also discuss how lucid dreaming can allow you to set intentions or find clarity.    Leave a a review for me on this episode. I am curious to know how what I discussed works for you. 

Today is a quick hitting lesson translated through the lens of the real world. Learn a bit about my weekend as I faced a decision all entrepreneurs face on the regular   todays issue is identifying if a task is important or urgent. What is the difference and why does it matter to you? Mike

Join me as I discuss the longest detox in my adult life, why I did it and what it could do for you.    If you find value in this podcast please share it with someone and leave a review. Each review mathematically increases the opportunity to impact more lives.    You can reach me on FB @coachmikedemo

Today I spend just six minutes discussing what may be holding you back. No filler, no music just something you can change today for success tomorrow.

I hope episode #23 finds you well (as so many corporate emails wish)    Today we finish a great conversation on mindset with Chris Corbett. This conversation has many nuggets that could help with improving mindset and outlook.   I hope you find as much value in this as I did. 

Today is part 1 of 2 learning lessons from an old friend with an amazing story.    Listen in as we discuss the driving factors to overcome substance abuse, poverty, homelessness and broken homes. This was one of the more inspiring stories I have heard and I am glad I was able to bring it to you!   You can reach Chris @albino_rhino64 on IG and you can reach me @coach_mike_demo   If you found part 1...