Life's Hard Succeed Anyway (Thursdays @ 6:00am ET)

Jacob Hollister discusses challenges of not getting a scholarship after winning a high school state championship his senior year, being told while playing at a community college that he was too small for Division 1 football, fighting through injuries in the NFL, and more. His no quit mindset is sure to encourage you in chasing after your life's passions and dreams despite your adversity. Who i...

Trevor George shares his story of moving from Mississippi to Nashville to chase his dream of becoming Garth Brooks' cameraman, during an era when Garth was retired. You've got to hear this unbelievable story! Who is Trevor George? Trevor George was born and raised in Booneville, Mississippi, and has been obsessed with video since the age of nine. Throughout middle and high school, Trevor c...

Mark Terrell shares his experience of leaving the highly successful financial services company he'd built, for a 75% cut in pay in order to become the CEO of a 17 employee, bankrupt non-profit, with a $600,000 annual budget. He shares how he grew it to a $60 million, fully self supporting annual budget that includes 700 employees. Who is Mark Terrell? Mark Terrell is a vision-driven leader wit...

In this episode, Allan Blain shares one of the most important high performance success tips you may ever hear - the importance of your most influential relationships, and the affect they can have either positively or negatively on your ability to reach your goals and live the life you truly desire. You are certain to be inspired, uplifted and encouraged by this episode as Allan shares the importan...

Andrew Sallee discusses growing up in a trailer park, even selling rocks door to door at age 9, that he found along the railroad tracks, in order to purchase his first pair Reebok shoes and Guess jeans. He shares how he has gone on to build a $145 million dollar real estate empire now at age 46, and shares the importance of a singular laser sharp focus in order to maximize success. Andrew Sallee?...

Dr. Justin Moseley shares how his life was transformed following a near death accident in 2018. The accident led him to leave his Chiropractic practice, face his fear of public speaking, and become a professional speaker and trainer, eventually deliver a TEDx Talk. Who is Dr. Justin Moseley? Dr. Justin Moseley, a.k.a., “The Mindset Doctor,” is a Chiropractor turned highly sought-after Internationa...

Ben Toews shares about overcoming adversity such as his home burning down, financial stress, and challenges in business, as well as tips, strategies and perspectives for succeeding anyway. Who is Ben Toews? Ben Toews is a native Idahoan. He graduated from Lake City High School in Coeur d'Alene, ID, earned an Associate of Arts degree in political science from North Idaho College and received a...

The Real Jason Duncan shares about three major life challenges that all hit in 2019...A major issue with a family member, having to fire a business partner, and getting taken by his (then) best friend, for over six-figures in a real estate deal gone wrong. Who is Jason Duncan? Meet The Real Jason Duncan - a renowned entrepreneur, author, and podcaster, who is dedicated to helping fellow business o...

Life's Hard Succeed Anyway podcast host, Allan Blain, shares seven bible-based principles that have been key factors in his ability to grow an international business over the past 8 years that now includes 10,000 others, spanning 10 countries, doing millions of dollars in annual revenue. Who is Allan Blain? Allan Blain is the former owner and CEO of a $40 million real estate investment company...

John Hans discusses the challenges of taking on $60M in debt to start a new business with a partner and the struggles involved. He also shares how during this same time his wife, Deb was diagnosed with breast cancer, even having it return twice. Who is John Hans? John grew up in a Christian home where his mom taught him how to love Jesus. His dad was a basketball coach, which is the sport John pla...

Nicole Blain shares about growing up as a latchkey child, visiting her father in prison, having a teen child diagnosed with cancer, another child hospitalized with seizures, her own past health challenges, making 22 moves in 30 years of marriage, dealing with Allan's past alcohol issues, having two other children who struggled in active addiction, and much more, all while being a positive, enc...

Dr. Darin Wilson shares some of the challenges he experienced while walking through a painful divorce years ago, the lessons learned along the way and some tips for others who desire to enjoy success in their relationships. Who is Dr. Darin Wilson? The host of the popular podcast Life Coaching for Men, Dr. Darin Wilson brings his wisdom, relationship coaching, and leadership to men throughout the...

Gabe Booher shares the challenges he and his wife Mandy faced dealing with 7 years of infertility, the birth of their son Troy (8) who has Cystic Fibrosis, their resulting $1,200,000 in medical debt and bankruptcy. Gabe's attitude, mindset and wisdom is sure to be a great encouragement.. Who is Gabe Booher? Growing up in a musical family that toured six months of each year Gabe had an untradit...

Allan shares insights about how your vision can help you live a more productive, fulfilling, inspiring and successful life, and how it can also help you avoid poor choices that could damage your life's work. If you've ever thought it may be too late to reset, refocus and relaunch with a new, fresh vision for your life, think again. Who is Allan Blain? Allan Blain is the former owner and CE...

Joyce Martin Sanders shares about her failed marriage, personal and professional breakdown, business and financial challenges associated with the 2020 pandemic, and raising a special needs daughter, and many of the lessons she's learned along the way. Who is Joyce Sanders? Joyce Martin Sanders is one third of the award-winning gospel trio, The Martins. The siblings have been making music toget...

Chad Johnson shares about keys to overcoming his past poverty, depression, crippling sin, and self sabotaging thoughts to becoming a leader or leaders, successful entrepreneur, husband, father, author, speaker and living a truly successful and extremely impactful, purpose-filled life! Who is Chad Johnson? Chad Johnson is a believer, husband, father, adventure athlete, entrepreneur, author, speaker...

Joel Merritt shares about being a 4th generation member of a 12,000 acre family farm in California, which also included a 65,000 acre cattle operation, and leaving it all at age 39 to relocate his family to Indiana at God's leading, He talks about how through that journey, he lost over 100 lbs, was freed from alcoholism and other health issues, and now enjoys a thriving marriage, family and tw...

Dean shares candidly about what it felt like to have their 9 year old daughter diagnosed with a brain tumor, eventually pass away at age 11, and lessons learned along the way. Who is Dean Ives? Dean is the Regional Manager of all the Fleet Feet Nashville locations. Dean also sits on several advisory boards at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, where his daughter, Sydney, was a patient. His...

What would you do if you found a simple way to help you to be happier, healthier, and more prosperous? In this episode, Allan shares the importance of controlling our thoughts and harnessing the power of the subconscious portion of our minds to work for us rather than against us. Who is Allan Blain? Allan Blain is the former owner and CEO of a $40 million real estate investment company. After real...

Bronze Star and Purple Heart recipient, SFC Joseph "Joe" James (retired) shares about the struggles he went through after losing both legs to a roadside bomb during the war on terror in Iraq in 2008, and some of the incredible things he is doing today. Who is Joe James? Sergeant First Class (SFC) Joseph James served in the United States Army for over 9 years and deployed 4 times during the...

Josh Clark shares about struggles growing up as the "poor the poor talked about" with insecurities ranging from a lack of high school diploma to severely bucked teeth. And shares many valuable lessons he has learned along his path to being a successful husband, father, State Rep, and entrepreneur. Who is Josh Clark? Josh is an entrepreneur, former Georgia State Legislator, former U.S. Sena...

John Crist shares about the importance of not being afraid to fail, and speaks candidly about his past failures, including his personal issues with alcohol and his perspectives on life, business and overcoming challenges. Who is John Crist? John is one of today’s fast-rising stand-up comedians, with more than 1 billion video views, over 5 million fans on social media and sold-out shows from coast...

Dwight Johnson shares about insecurities he's had to deal with as a result of not graduating high school and never obtaining a high equivalency certificate, and the internal self doubt and negative self talk he's had to overcome. .He also shares a great deal of knowledge and wisdom on this episode resulting from his years of continuing (informal) education of reading, listening, studying a...

Ray Higdon speaks candidly about going from foreclosure, bankruptcy, divorce and $1 million in debt sleeping on a friends couch in 2009, to building an Inc 5000 company and being one of the elite trainers in the nearly $200 billion/year direct sales industry. Who is Ray Higdon? Ray Higdon is the bestselling author of Time, Money, Freedom and a highly respected expert who works with high achievers...

Shannon Payton ("Shanny Pants") discusses challenges of growing up in a cult, infertility, adoption, dealing with "haters" as a social media influencer, and the importance of being authentic off and on social media. Who is Shannon Payton? Shannon is a 41-year-old wife and mother of three kiddos ages 14, 10 and 9. When one of Shannon’s social media videos went viral it opened up a w...