ISI Brotherhood Podcast

“When I’m not seeing the progress that I’d like to see... instead of passively waiting for something to happen, go out and be the change.”  In this episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Andy Garrett, a clinical psychologist who preaches Radical Resilience to men across the country. We deep dive into how resilience is the key to getting the results we want to see in life. How do we make it ha...

 "If we can make our young people successful, then we’re successful." Let's tackle burnout as a business owner, having the best employee relationships, and building an amazing leadership system with Mark Nichols, Chick-Fil-A Franchisee. This episode is chock-full of amazing wisdom on employee systems from the best in the business. Join Big A and Wally as they interview Nichols about...

"I don’t want to go through life not living life to its fullest. I don’t want to kick it in neutral, I want the best… the only way I can do that is if I’m willing to subject myself to the scrutiny of other people that have context to my life.” Why does it matter if we have people in our life that know our story or not? Join Big A and Wally as they get vulnerable about their own friendships an...

“That growth mindset really allows you to approach challenges with a greater sense of enthusiasm and motivation.” Big A and Wally explore the concept of growth mindset vs. fixed mindset. Can a growth mindset be developed? They delve into the factors that contribute to our beliefs about our abilities and traits. They discuss the benefits of having a growth mindset while contrasting this with what l...

"My dad and I used to joke that the one thing we wanted to do the moment we entered church was to leave… and that’s where some of you are at right now." Join Big A and Wally as they interview Pastor Robby Gallaty, who went from a $200 a day drug addiction to being the pastor of Long Hollow Church in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Many of us will not rise to the challenge of being a real man...

"As leaders it’s so easy to try to want to smooth everything over, make everybody happy. But there is a point in leadership where conflict is required. You can’t grow without it.” Join Big A and Wally as they discuss the source of where conflict comes from and how to avoid it when possible. None of us like it, few of us handle it well, but oftentimes it's inevitable in your business and...

“I didn’t care what it took, if he was going to go to court [with] me over $3,000 (or really $1,500), if I had to pay $20,000 for a lawyer to help me resolve this thing and not pay him a dime, I was gonna do it.”  Wally and Big A hike down memory lane to tell tales of their bitter mistakes and what it ended up costing them–whether thousands of dollars or their own sanity...or both. The business of...

"I remember feeling like... if I can give myself some kind of reward, this will remove me from the pain that I feel." What is addiction and how do we spot it before we've destroyed everything we live for? Work, porn, sex, alcohol... anything can become an addiction if you let it.  In today's episode, join Big A and Wally as they interview Certified Professional Recovery Coach,...

"When you are assertive, there's gonna be conflict. And you can't have influence where there is no conflict." Join Big A and Wally as they discuss the harsh reality of low self esteem in their own lives and how it bleeds into our business pursuits and family life. Hold onto your hats as Wally tells a story of how he lost the potential to have millions in his bank account (ouch)...

Are you ready to take your leadership skills to the next level? Then this latest episode of View from the Top podcast is for you! Join Bill Gray as he talks about the critical role of employee engagement in achieving success. Bill's extensive experience managing large plants has taught him that fear-based management can only take you so far. To unlock the full potential of your team, you need...

Join Big A and Wally as they tackle the ever-elusive concept of work-life balance. In this episode, they debunk some common myths surrounding it and provide practical tips for finding balance in your busy life. From defining work-life balance to exploring the importance of communication and setting expectations, this episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone striving to achieve a more ha...

Shane Sams, co-founder and CEO of Flipped Lifestyle join Big A and Wally on this episode of View from the Top podcast as they dive into the world of entrepreneurship. From balancing work and family to overcoming limiting beliefs, Shane shares his journey of starting an online business that allowed him to support his family while maintaining freedom. The conversation covers topics such as the benef...

Get ready to shift your mindset and learn from the best on this episode of the View from the Top podcast! Join Big A, Wally, and guest Ethan Foulkes, a former professional poker player turned technology entrepreneur. Ethan shares insights on chasing the right goals, transitioning from individual success to working with others, and motivating people to take action. The conversation also touches on...

Looking to establish your credibility and leave a legacy by writing a book? Welcome to the latest episode of the View from the Top podcast as we interview author and expert D. Scott Smith. Join Wally and Big A to chat with Scott about his approach to writing a short-form book and how it differs from traditional methods. From using a book as a lead magnet to establishing oneself as a thought leader...

Join us on the View from the Top podcast as we interview Chris Tuff. In this episode, we talk about why the younger generation expects that their passions will be a part of their work. It is causing a lot of workplace tension and is only exacerbated by the ‘great resignation.’ Chris offers solutions to this problem, including teaching traits that come naturally to older generations, such as buildi...

Join us on the View from the Top podcast as we interview Zach Lush, recently married, and member of the "Iron Sharpens Iron Mastermind Brothers" organization. Hear about Zach's journey to building close relationships and the importance of vulnerability. Discover marketing insights from Zach as he explains how to create a clear and compelling message for your business. Learn the best...

Welcome to the View from the Top podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Rocky Lalvani. Rocky discusses his experience quitting the corporate world and launching his own business. He openly shares his fears and anxieties related to the transition's financial aspects and how he overcame them with the help of his wife. As a result, he established a business financial management system called...

Welcome to the View from the Top podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Tyler Jefcoat, an entrepreneur and owner of Seller Accountant. We discuss setting and achieving goals and how to navigate the ever-changing landscape of eCommerce. He emphasizes the importance of being adaptable and open to change and suggests that as we gain more information and life progresses, our goals may shift. He al...

Welcome to the View from the Top podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Ryan James Miller. Ryan was at the 2017 mass shooting in Las Vegas and today he shares his personal experience and the emotional impact it had on him, including the loss of a friend in the shooting and the difficulty of protecting his wife, Michelle. They discuss the chaos and confusion of the event, and the trauma, emotio...

Welcome to the View from the Top podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Blake Brewer as he talks about the power of legacy letters - letters written to loved ones to pass along wisdom, advice, values, and memories. Blake shares his personal experience writing a legacy letter to his children and explains the incredible impact such letters can have on people's lives. He discusses how writin...

Welcome to the View from the Top podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Wil Ingram as he talks about his entrepreneurial journey with his brother in real estate and their ambitious goal of having 3500 properties by 2030. He explains how they got started, their challenges, and their strategies for success. They also discuss their current investments and vision for the next five to ten years. Fi...

Welcome to View from the Top podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Casey Elkins as he shares his story of a great awakening when he experienced a radical transformation in his life. After struggling with anxiety and an unhealthy lifestyle, Casey committed to making a positive change and worked hard to reach his goal of running a half Ironman. Facing many challenges and obstacles along the way...

Welcome to View from the Top podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Steve Kinsley as he shares his Miraculous Adoption Story: How Two White Americans Adopted Alfie in South Africa. Steve’s story sends a message that anything is possible with faith and hard work. Despite being a 47-year-old white man from America with a volunteer visa to South Africa, he successfully adopted the baby with the h...

Welcome to View from the Top podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Justin Skinner who shares how one can get through a failure and use it to improve oneself and others. Justin believes that the courage one can muster to overcome the fear of failure is a muscle that can be built through practice. Practice coupled with the right mindset of digging for lessons every time you experience a failure...

Reluctant Thought Leader and expert ghostwriter, Paul Edwards joins Big A and Wally on this episode to share his wisdom on being a thought leader and overcoming the obstacles to writing and publishing to the world. Learn to ask the three big questions when writing a book: whom are you writing to, what’s your message, and what is your call to action? In this episode, you will learn the following: 1...