Storied Coaching with Aaron J. Jacobs

In this episode, we explore the intertwined worlds of marketing and sales, emphasizing the importance of understanding and addressing customer needs to build authentic connections. By examining strategies employed by Olympus Men and OMH Creative, we discuss how to create compelling content with strong templates and guidelines that ensure team alignment. We highlight common pitfalls in marketing, s...

In this week's podcast, Aaron shares a personal experience involving his son's participation in a high school musical and draws parallels to the business and entrepreneurial world. He emphasizes the importance of being proactive rather than reactive in various scenarios, akin to being a thermostat instead of a thermometer. The episode provides practical tips on setting the emotional tone in networ...

Making Transformation Inevitable: Plan the Dive and Dive the Plan This week's podcast episode, hosted by Aaron Jay Jacobs, delves into the theme of transformation as families prepare for the back-to-school season. Jacobs shares valuable insights on the 'Plan the Dive, Dive the Plan' philosophy, applying this concept to both personal and business contexts. He discusses optimizing clients' experienc...

Unlock Your Best Body: Essential Tools for Nutrition and Exercise  In this episode of the Storied Coaching Podcast, Aaron J. Jacobs delves into the essentials of hormone optimization and high-performance coaching. He discusses why men seek to live in bodies they are comfortable in and the benefits of testosterone optimization therapy. Aaron introduces essential tools for tracking nutrition and exe...

In this week's podcast episode, we dive into the fascinating new book 'Superabound: Live the Life the Universe is Dreaming for You' by Steve Haas and Erin Aquin. Host Aaron welcomes Steve to discuss their journeys from coaching clients to authors, the inspiration behind their book, and the concept of guiding people through their own hero's journey, particularly entrepreneurs. They explore meaningf...

The Hawthorne Effect: Celebrating 100 Episodes with Aaron J. Jacobs In this milestone 100th episode of the storied coaching podcast, Aaron J. Jacobs reflects on the journey so far and expresses gratitude to his listeners. He delves into the fascinating concept of the Hawthorne Effect, discussing its origins, key experiments, and its relevance today. Through various examples from healthcare, educat...

Avoiding the Comment Section: Strengthen Your Hero's Journey   In this week's episode of the Storied Coaching Podcast, Aaron J. Jacobs shares invaluable advice for anyone writing their own hero story: avoid the comment section. He discusses how focusing on negative comments, often from a small and unrepresentative segment of readers, can derail your progress and self-confidence. Aaron emphasizes t...

Unlocking Your Full Potential with Story Modeling: Overcome Limiting Beliefs In this week's episode of the Storied Coaching Podcast, Aaron J. Jacobs introduces 'Story Modeling', the fourth and largest tool in his toolkit. Building on the previous three tools discussed in episode 97, this episode delves deep into how to deconstruct unhelpful stories that hold you back in various aspects of life—whe...

In this week's episode of the Storied Coaching Podcast, Aaron J. Jacobs discusses his recent family trip to New York City and shares three essential tools to manage anxiety. He highlights the importance of mindful breathing/transcendental meditation, physical movement, and gratitude thinking as effective strategies to reduce anxiety and maintain mental health. Aaron also reflects on his own experi...

In this episode, Aaron is joined by the insightful Tommy Geary, known from the Durable Dad Podcast, for a guest star episode. The two dive deep into the challenges men face, particularly around mental health, connection, and the importance of building meaningful friendships after 40. Sharing personal anecdotes, they emphasize the significance of male networks, vulnerability, and the unexpected ben...

Join Aaron J. Jacobs in episode 95 of the Storied Coaching Podcast as he shares his recent experiences about the importance of male friendships in maintaining mental health. Aaron discusses how regular visits to male friends have rejuvenated his emotional well-being and offers actionable steps for cultivating and maintaining these vital connections. From his personal story about feeling isolated d...

Men's Mental Health Month 2024: A New Way to 'Man Up' In this week's episode of the Storied Coaching Podcast, Aaron J. Jacobs dives into the critical topic of Men's Mental Health Month, held every June. Aaron discusses the importance of addressing mental health issues, the societal stigmas men face, and how outdated views of masculinity contribute to the problem. He shares alarming statistics and...

Welcome to this week's episode of Storied Coaching with Aaron J. Jacobs, where we dive deep into hormone health, specifically focusing on the rising issue of male testosterone deficiency. Aaron discusses testosterone optimization therapy, its benefits, and how it can significantly enhance various aspects of men's lives, from mental clarity and energy levels to physical performance and sexual healt...

DEEP BREATH. I paused to build something new. I'm pretty excited to share it with you. This episode left me with a vulnerability hangover, but I'm here for it. Because by sharing my experience, I can help other men. That man might be you or someone you care about. Tune in to hear about my new direction and why it might be just what you need. FORWARD! ➡️ Check out what all the commotion is about by...

I talk a lot about default and intentional stories. In my experience as a coach, this set of tools helps my clients 90% of the time. But what about the other 10%? Sometimes, you need a different set of tools. This week, I talked with Kim Rees, a coach specializing in Trauma and Nervous System regulation.   It is a valuable set of tools, and she gives us the inside scoop on how to start applying an...

Have things been "okay" for a while? Would you like to move from okay to great? You are not alone. But how do you break through plateaus, especially when things are not necessarily bad? Why would you even want to? Tune in to find out how a pattern break may be exactly what you need right now to shake yourself awake and step into a bigger version of yourself so you can serve at a higher level.   Do...

Tick Tock. It's the sound of the calendar year winding to a close. Did you set goals in January that you are worried won't happen by Dec 31 st ? You are not alone. However, this can be a powerful time to serve your customers and bring in some end-of-the-year deals. I'm going to show you what your clients are FEELING right now. Listen in as I share two emotional states your clients are and will be...

Have you ever been to a Thanksgiving event where people are complaining? It sucks, and it's contagious. But there is a solution. You can beat them to the punch by proactively priming them with a gratitude activity. I want you to create a grateful environment this Thanksgiving. Listen and watch to use this simple trick and share it with others.

Time to stretch. Time to grow. Time to get grateful and uncomfortable, swirl them both together, and step into a larger version of yourself. Listen and watch as I take you behind the scenes of working with one of my dream clients last week and how becoming friends with imposter syndrome and perfectionist brain tendencies allowed it to happen. Then, apply the lesson so you can grow into the next ev...

Do you ever worry you are not getting results faster because you focus on the wrong things? You are not alone. It comes up consistently when working with high-performing leaders and their teams. This week, I will share the silver bullet I use to help high performers get aligned and focused on what will get them the most significant results in their personal and professional lives. I call it the He...

I have created and re-created my hero story many times in my life. We all have, whether we realize it or not. It can be solitary, introspective, and challenging work. That is why I have been so grateful for the people in my life who have supported, nurtured, and given me a well-deserved kick in the ass when I needed it. I call these people "Co-Authors" of my hero story. This week, we will identify...

Do you LOVE having difficult conversations?! Of course, you don't. I have never met anyone who does. Making them a priority has driven my trajectory toward growth and success. If that sounds counterintuitive, then this week's episode is for you. Last week I screwed up by falling into an old pattern, and I needed to own up to it. That conversation opened up the path to creating the success I wanted...

For many people, public speaking is anxiety-inducing. One of the things that people worry the most about is being interesting enough to be memorable. If you want to know how to grab an audience's attention and have a blast doing it, this episode is for you. I'll show you the expert tactics and performing secrets professional actors use to engage their audience and rivet them to their stories. You...

Have you ever caught yourself stuck in a scarcity story? A scarcity story consists of repeating thought patterns where you assume all the worst-case scenarios that might come from a particular circumstance. You are not alone. It doesn't feel good. Staying stuck in a scarcity story won't help you get abundant results. What might surprise you is that you can shift from a scarcity story to an abundan...

Many of us have observed that high performers utilize some form of morning routine to prime their day for success. However, there is also a lot of conflicting advice on what the "perfect" routine should include to get the best results. One person says you should meditate, another says cold plunging is the key to success, and another says you must do dog yoga. This week, I'll let you peek into my c...