Jon Mayo Podcast

Episode 46 from The Grit Theory.  Today I sit down with the indomitable Trent Urban. Trent is the president and owner of WireNut Home Services, a father of 3, a husband and community builder. We discuss the pressures of leadership and caring for those around you, transitioning from cold necessity to pursuing an ideal, and choosing the difficult option over the easy out.  Highlights Incude:  -Survi...

Episode 45 from The Grit Theory.  Today I sit down with the one and only Stewart Tice. Stew is a dear friend to the Mayo family and is a Captain in the Army who just took command of his second unit. We spend time catching up, discussing how the Army is changing and why Stew thinks it is for the better, which acts as a refreshing dose of optimism and perspective. Additionally we dive into the inten...

Episode 44 from The Grit Theory.  Today I sit down with my good buddy Chad O’Donnell who is an Army Veteran, Salesman, Father, and all-around stud. We spend time catching up, laughing about the humbling and humiliating stories that occur when severely injured, and explore the complexities of fatherhood and faith.  Highlights include:  - Fatherhood and facing adversity.  - The difference between &q...

Episode 43 from The Grit Theory.  Today I hammer out a few idea’s on starting new adventures, responding to significant life change, and the key to succeeding as the new guy.  --- Did today’s conversation challenge you? Share it with someone who needs it. Want to go deeper? Get a 2-minute challenge every Wednesday to sharpen your mindset, fuel momentum, and unlock new levels of leadership. Subscri...

Episode 42 from The Grit Theory.  Today Lindsey and I sit down to discuss the “Systematic Year” concept and some exciting changes that are in the works.  Highlights include:  -If not now, then when.  -Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.  -A new journey and adventure. A Systematic Year Overview:  -Q1: Observation & Familiarization -Q2: Shifting Norms “Overton Window”  -Q3: Refine & Continuous Improvement...

Episode 41 from The Grit Theory.  Today we sit down with Nick “Cuts” Cutsforth and have a good old fashioned genuine, intentional conversation.  Highlights include:  -Explore how the family unit benefits society first, not society the family.  -Have a plan & know the desired end game.  -Be adaptable.  -Developing Deep Relationships -Don’t forget your history.  -Ownership of life choices.  -Sti...

Episode 40 from The Grit Theory.  Today we discuss the lessons learned from the past 110 days, how the personal challenges have transformed into character cultivating contracts, and what the future holds. Highlights include:  -550+ 5k’s ran, 420 additional hours claimed, sovereignty over bad habits achieved -A tool to become a better version of yourself -Its not a war against yourself -Learning ho...

Episode 39 from The Grit Theory.  Today Lindsey and I sit down with Nick Hurff, a Army Veteran, adventurist, sports performance and exercise science professional.   Highlights include:  -Wanting to become better.  -Evaluate your values.  -Being present today.  -Autonomy between attainment and attunement.  -How to start adding adventure to your life. --- Did today’s conversation challenge you? Shar...

Episode 38 from The Grit Theory.  Today we discuss the difference between being “like minded” and “group think”. We also discuss the type of men we are working to raise our sons to become.   Highlights include:  -Like Minded: Diverse opinions and shared ideals.  -Warning: Experience does not guarantee expertise.  -Common denominators.  -Exercise sovereignty over your life.  -Savage Gentlemen.  ---...

Episode 37 from The Grit Theory.  Today I sit down with Kyle Lawson, an Army veteran, businessman, and old friend.  As we push in, we find our “common ground” which is the desire to “shift culture to focus on how to solve problems and create positive change”.  We also defined the following 5 actions that anyone can use to help cultivate grit and bring about the positivity we all want and need.  1....

Episode 36 from The Grit Theory.  Today Lindsey and I are joined by the indomitable Craig Kaiser who is a husband, father of four, business owner and community leader.  Highlights include:  -          Everyone is entitled to the privilege of not allowing an excuse for yourself. -          What do you have to lose?  -          The curse of affluence and comfort.  -          There is no guarantee th...

Episode 35 from The Grit Theory.  Today Lindsey and I are joined by Kirk Van Everen, my fellow brother in arms, business partner, and very good friend. Highlights include:  -The standard is the baseline.  -Fighting to be average in high performing circles. -Earning your seat at the table.  -Weathering life’s storms and pushing into opportunity.  --- Did today’s conversation challenge you? Share it...

Episode 34 from The Grit Theory.  Today we take our stand for individual rights and Freedom.  --- Did today’s conversation challenge you? Share it with someone who needs it. Want to go deeper? Get a 2-minute challenge every Wednesday to sharpen your mindset, fuel momentum, and unlock new levels of leadership. Subscribe now → newsletter.jonmayo.com

Episode 33 from The Grit Theory.  Today Lindsey and I sit down with Marcus Watts and discuss how grit, personal ownership, and intentionality are critical to perfect execution. We also discuss the necessity to seek to gain understanding, before seeking to be understood and the power that comes from being a problem solver instead of a victim. Hold on to your seats, as this conversation is a blast....

Episode 32 from The Grit Theory.  Today I sit down with Lindsey Mayo and we discuss the new direction of The Grit Theory given some significant changes.  Highlights include:  - Addressing change - Defining Grit - Transforming "nouns" to "verbs" - It Starts With You - Start Small, Start Today  --- Did today’s conversation challenge you? Share it with someone who needs it. Want t...

Episode 31 from The Grit Theory.  Today we have a heart-to-heart discussion that will affect how the Grit Theory continues its journey. Highlights include:  -Conviction Over Comfort. -Pursuing your ideal.  -Becoming better men.  -Change happens, how do you adapt?  -A new future.  -The journey continues.  --- Did today’s conversation challenge you? Share it with someone who needs it. Want to go dee...

Episode 30 from The Grit Theory. Today we sat down with the indomitable Pete and Shara Heiniger who founded the non profit called Stages. In addition to the nonprofit, they also started a podcast by the same name with the goal to change the stigma and story of the cancer journey. They work to accomplish this goal by focusing on honesty, candor, and hope through building resiliency. Highlights incl...

Episode 29 from The Grit Theory.  Bad things happen all of the time for no reason or purpose, but we get to choose how we will respond to them. Today we discuss loss, grief, pain, and the means to positively navigate them as individuals, parents, and leaders. Highlights include: - The “Cocktail of Despair” = Greif + Loss + Pain + Fear + Isolation + Division - Leading family through loss.  - Ways t...

Episode 28 from The Grit Theory. Today we sit down with the indomitable Ruben Gonzalez who is a 4 time Olympian, a professional speaker, and best selling author of 5 books. Ruben is an unstoppable GRIT TRAIN and todays conversations is both humorous and informative. Highlights include: - Broken bones - Crash your way to the top. - From hero to zero and back again. - Speaking to an audience is like...

Episode 27 from The Grit Theory.  Today we stake claim to new territory and engage the problems that are surrounding all of us head on. This conversation is raw, real, and just the beginning.  Highlights include:  -Our neighbors are not our enemies.  -United we stand, tired of division.  -The buck stops here.  -Pursuing greatness.  -Waging war on division, victimhood, lies and despair.  -Inspiring...

Episode 26 from The Grit Theory.  Today we discuss the power of desire, hunger, and gratitude. Highlights include: - Hunger makes everything taste better. - How bad do you want it? - How do you see the world? - The gift of gratitude. - Need versus want. - Joy and fulfillment during the journey. --- Did today’s conversation challenge you? Share it with someone who needs it. Want to go deeper? Get a...

Episode 25 from The Grit Theory. Today we sat down with David & Danny who are co-founders of Iron Apparel,  veterans, entrepreneurs and brothers. The core thread of our conversation is one of encouragement, and the key take away is that if you are alive, you are capable of the extraordinary. Additionally we discussed Iron Apparels origin story, and how the pursuit of building their business ha...

Episode 24 from The Grit Theory.  Today we explore how to gain the upper hand in the internal conversations we hold with ourselves.  Highlights include: - Forces within yourself.  - An authentic journey.  - Negotiating with yourself.  - A lie must be answered with a truth.  - How to become genuine & authentic with yourself.  - Desire is always there.  - Turning pain into pleasure.  - Hunger is...

Episode 23 from The Grit Theory.  Today we sit down with the indomitable Jeramiah Solven. Jeramiah is an Army Ranger Veteran, Amazon #1 Best Selling Author, MMA Fighter, Entrepreneur and Coach. He wrote “The Whole Man Project: Military Athlete Performance Manual”, founded Conquer Academy,  and created Suffering Saturdays. Our conversation follows Jeramiah’s journey from shy country boy to Ranger O...

Episode 22 from The Grit Theory. Today we explore the value of:  The Art of Saying No  Contracts and Transactions with Yourself Redeeming Windshield time Highlights from our conversation include:  Versions of self, which you are you working with? "Can't Hurt Me" by David Goggins Higher quality living Compound interest  How to know when to say yes versus no Freedom of speech Freedom...