Lifestyle CEO: Get Your Life Back

This episode explores how our subconscious mind holds us back from pursuing our dreams. The host provides a technique to reprogram the subconscious by writing, saying, and feeling a story of having achieved your dream. He encourages listeners to commit to this 30-day exercise to change their inner narrative. The host also teases an upcoming men's retreat to help leaders reclaim their lives. T...

This episode examines Starbucks' decision to reverse their open door policy and require paying customers only. Host Keith Miller discusses the courage and practical leadership behind this tough but necessary move. He highlights key lessons for business leaders - protecting your team, focusing on core customers, and letting go of ineffective policies. Miller encourages listeners to review thei...

This episode of the Lifestyle CEO Podcast features a powerful personal story from host Keith Miller about failure, determination, and the importance of trying. Keith shares how a pivotal moment in high school, when he chose not to try out for the basketball team out of fear, motivated him to never give up without giving his full effort. He emphasizes that not trying is the surest path to failure,...

In this insightful episode, serial entrepreneur Ashish Desai shares his journey from scrappy startup beginnings to navigating the world of private equity. He provides valuable lessons on cultivating strong company culture, the differences between venture capital and private equity, and how to define and achieve true lifestyle success as a business owner. Ashish's candid experiences offer a un...

In this episode, host Keith Miller interviews Kirk Duncan, a renowned coach and trainer on identity, connection, and direction. Kirk shares his personal journey, from being a shy introvert to building a successful coaching business. He emphasizes the importance of clearing the past and using stillness and visualization to manifest desired outcomes. Kirk provides practical steps and daily practices...

This episode discusses the growing importance of AI and how it is transforming industries and jobs. The host explains that those who learn to use AI effectively will have a competitive advantage, providing examples like an AI that can train sales teams much faster. He shares statistics on the rapid growth of the AI market and its impact on jobs. The host emphasizes that while AI will automate many...

This episode of the Lifestyle CEO podcast covers key principles for buying or starting a business. The host, Keith Miller, discusses common mistakes to avoid, such as not focusing on the value of the business to you personally, buying a business just for money/time freedom, and purchasing a business at the top of the market. He outlines the three key questions to ask when evaluating a business acq...

This Lifestyle CEO episode examines how the hidden belief that "I'm not enough" can subconsciously sabotage your happiness and success. Host Keith Miller explains the difference between self-worth and confidence, and provides practical steps to reprogram your brain and change the belief that you are "enough" through daily affirmations. The episode includes personal example...

This Lifestyle CEO episode explores the power of strategic travel and vacationing for leader recovery. Host Keith Miller discusses the differences between "achievement travel" and "recovery travel," highlighting the unique mental, physical, and emotional benefits of the latter. Key principles include choosing the right environment, adopting a different pace, and practicing pres...

In this somber episode, host Keith Miller reflects on the tragic shooting of a CEO, using it to underscore the importance of becoming the "CEO of your life." Miller stresses prioritizing family, creating lasting memories, and being fully present. He challenges listeners to schedule distraction-free quality time with loved ones, as cherished memories are the most valuable asset. This epis...

In this episode, host Keith Miller interviews Mike Whitmore, a seasoned executive with experience in IT, entrepreneurship, and wealth management. Mike shares his journey into building and serving on advisory boards, highlighting how they can help companies scale and leaders achieve better work-life balance. He provides insights on effective board composition, the value of external perspectives, an...

In this episode, host Keith Miller sits down with Mark Costa to discuss his impressive career journey, from starting real estate and property management businesses in his youth to becoming a seasoned sales executive in the global software market. Mark shares the key lessons he's learned about sales, the importance of culture and leadership in building successful companies, and the realities o...

In this episode, host Keith Miller tackles the topic of business metrics and how to find the right balance. He discusses the essential metrics CEOs and leaders should track, including revenue, profit, customer, and team metrics. Keith emphasizes that metrics should create freedom, not chains, and provides guidance on avoiding the pitfalls of becoming overly obsessed with numbers. The episode aims...

In this episode, host Keith Miller shares how to transform your annual board planning session into a transformative experience that can dramatically impact your business and lifestyle. He discusses the importance of focusing on your vision and how to leverage your advisory board to create specific, actionable strategies for significant growth without sacrificing your personal life. Take the Lifest...

In this episode, Keith Miller discusses the common cash flow challenges that keep business owners up at night. He introduces the powerful "closest to money" concept, which he learned from a top recruitment firm. This simple strategy helps prioritize tasks and activities based on their ability to generate immediate revenue and cash flow. Keith explains how implementing this approach can l...

In this episode, host Keith Miller discusses how small businesses can attract and retain top talent by offering personal development opportunities. He explains that today's top performers are looking for more than just career advancement - they want to grow and transform themselves personally. Miller suggests providing employees with stipends and time off to attend conferences, courses, and p...

In this episode, Keith Miller challenges the common belief that success requires constant sacrifice and long work hours. He shares his own experience with burnout and explains how the brain and body actually need rest and recovery to function at their best. Keith provides a framework for reprogramming the subconscious to break free from the "hustle culture" mentality and gives listeners...

This episode discusses the importance of having a board of advisors to help grow your business and become a successful lifestyle CEO. The host, Keith Miller, explains that running a business alone can be very lonely and stressful, but building a strong advisory board can provide the expertise, accountability, and support needed to thrive. He covers how to find the right advisors, lead the board ef...

In this episode, host Keith Miller discusses the counterintuitive idea that scaling back your business can actually lead to greater success and freedom. He shares a 5-step "Lifestyle Scale" framework to help entrepreneurs streamline their operations, automate processes, and prioritize their personal life over endless business growth. The key message is that true success is not just about...

In this episode, host Keith Miller discusses the importance of vulnerability in modern leadership. He explains that traditional, hard-nosed leadership styles are no longer effective, and leaders need to balance vulnerability with strength to build trust and loyalty within their teams. Keith outlines symptoms of a lack of vulnerability in leadership, such as low engagement and high turnover, and em...

In this episode, host Keith Miller discusses how to break free from being a slave to your business and achieve the lifestyle you desire. He introduces a powerful "drive by" exercise where you intentionally skip going to work for a day to observe what happens and identify areas for improvement in your business and personal life. The goal is to gain clarity on what needs to change to becom...

In this episode, Keith Miller discusses the critical difference between training and mentoring employees. He shares insights from working with a property management company that struggled to retain happy clients and employees, despite having detailed processes and training in place. Miller emphasizes that mentorship is essential for developing people, not just teaching tasks. He provides practical...

This episode explores the two key leadership qualities for influencing people - the ability to articulate a powerful vision, and the ability to deliver results. The speaker shares insights on how these traits can transform a leader, using examples of successful visionaries who inspired others. Listeners will learn strategies for developing their vision and achieving tangible results to motivate th...

 In this episode, Keith Miller discusses the necessity of having a compelling company vision to motivate teams, retain talent, and differentiate your business. He provides a framework for creating an effective vision statement focused on helping others, and cautions against self-centered visions. Keith emphasizes the importance of leaders genuinely believing in the vision to inspire their people....

Feeling trapped in your business despite your apparent success? I, Keith Miller, have been there and know the struggles all too well. Join me as I reveal the often-overlooked mistakes entrepreneurs make, starting with a skewed focus on company vision and profit that can lead to burnout and dissatisfaction. I'll share the pivotal lessons from my own journey that led me to a more fulfilling lif...