The Circuit of Success Podcast with Brett Gilliland

In this episode of the Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland sits down with Dr. Pete Paciorek, Director of Leadership and Character Development at IMG Academy, to uncover how elite athletes develop a true championship mindset. Dr. Paciorek holds a Doctorate in Youth Character Development and Servant Leadership and has spent his career as a professional baseball player, college head coach, colle...

In this episode of the  Circuit of Success , host Brett Gilliland sits down with Mizzou Athletic Director Laird Veatch for a compelling conversation on leadership and the rapidly evolving landscape of college athletics. Set against the backdrop of the Mizzou–Illinois rivalry, the discussion blends lighthearted moments with powerful insights into the experiences that shaped Laird’s leadership philo...

In this episode of the Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland sits down with leadership expert, author, and Fortune 500 executive Dalmo Cirne to uncover what truly prepares someone for leadership before the title ever arrives. With more than 30 years of experience across leadership, management, technology, and mathematics, Dalmo explains why most leadership struggles stem from being unprepared,...

On this episode of The Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland sits down with Fred Joyal, bestselling author, international keynote speaker, and co-founder of 1-800-DENTIST, the most successful dentist referral service in the country. During his time as CEO, Fred helped grow the business into a billion-dollar enterprise by combining creative marketing, disciplined execution, and a deep understand...

On this episode of the Circuit of Success Podcast, Brett Gilliland welcomes entrepreneur and global publishing leader Kevin Anderson for a deep conversation on what it really takes to build businesses at the highest level. From his upbringing on a remote Canadian farm to leading one of the world’s most respected book-writing firms, Kevin shares how values, discipline, and curiosity laid the founda...

This week on the Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland sits down with American amateur golf icon Jim Holtgrieve. Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Jim’s path began with early struggles, including flunking out of Mizzou, before finding discipline and direction during four transformative years in the United States Air Force. He discovered humility, respect, and purpose, all of which became...

On this episode of the Circuit of Success Podcast, host Casey Jacox sits down with Brett Gilliland, CEO and Founder of Visionary Wealth Advisors, devoted family man, and the original creator of this very show. Today, the script flips. Casey leads Brett through an authentic and meaningful conversation about the values, experiences, and mindset that have shaped his journey as a leader in both busine...

On this episode of the Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland welcomes aviation circumnavigator, bestselling author, philanthropist, and Navy Gulf War veteran Robert DeLaurentis. Known around the world as the Peace Pilot, Robert has flown over all seven continents, crossed both poles, and visited 53 countries while carrying scientific experiments for NASA and the Scripps Institution of Oceanogra...

In this episode of the Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland welcomes Dr. Will Haas, Founder and CEO of VYVE Wellness in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Haas is on a mission to redefine what it means to age well—helping driven professionals reclaim their energy, focus, and performance through advanced, science-based wellness strategies. A board-certified physician in Integrative and Family Medic...

In this episode of The Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland welcomes Bill Blankschaen, Founder and Chief Story Architect of StoryBuilders, for an empowering conversation on how to uncover, own, and share your story in a way that transforms both your life and your leadership. Bill shares his leap of faith—from running a private school to following his true calling as a writer and storyteller—an...

In this episode of the Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland welcomes Alex M.H. Smith, the bestselling author of No Bullsht Strategy* and founder of Basic Arts. Joining from England, Alex shares his unconventional journey from the advertising world to becoming one of today’s most refreshingly practical voices in business strategy. Known for cutting through the corporate fluff, he helps founders...

In this powerful episode of The Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland sits down with Leslee Holliday — wife of former Major League Baseball star Matt Holliday and mom to four, including two professional baseball players. A devoted wife of 24 years and passionate follower of Jesus, Leslee shares how her family has built their lives around faith, sports, and mission. From her small-town Texas roo...

In this episode of The Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland sits down with leadership and culture expert Brett Hoogeveen, co-founder of BetterCulture, for an inspiring conversation about how great leaders shape workplaces where people truly thrive. From Omaha, Nebraska, Brett shares how his father’s influence as a nonprofit founder and visionary leader sparked his lifelong passion for understa...

On this episode of the Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland sits down with Cal Riley — veteran, entrepreneur, leadership coach, author, and EOS implementer. Cal opens up about his remarkable journey from military service to business leadership, and the personal experiences that have shaped his mission to help leaders lead with both drive and compassion.   Cal’s book, Entrepreneurial Compa...

On this episode of the Circuit of Success, Brett Gilliland welcomes back Dr. Colby Jubenville for an inspiring conversation about what it truly means to succeed. With his trademark mix of storytelling and straight talk, Dr. Jubenville unpacks how success is defined differently today and why resilience, clarity, and community are more important than ever. From memories of childhood lessons to refle...

On this episode of the Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland sits down with Eric Blankenship, the Nashville entrepreneur who turned an unexpected career pivot into a thriving empire. As Co-Owner of All Access Coach Leasing, Eric provides luxury tour buses for country music’s biggest stars, from George Strait and Martina McBride to Jason Aldean and Luke Combs. His path wasn’t straightforward, bu...

Coach Josh Schertz went from a homeless high school dropout to leading a Division I basketball program. In this powerful conversation, Coach Schertz shares the setbacks that shaped him, the mentors who changed his path, and the philosophy of Kaizen—continuous daily improvement—that drives his success. Packed with lessons on resilience, leadership, and belief, this episode is for anyone chasing gro...

Jon Jay’s career is more than highlight reels and championship rings—it’s a story of resilience, perspective, and adapting to the moment. In this conversation with Brett Gilliland, Jon reflects on growing up in Miami, his journey through the majors, and the lessons he carried from his family’s sacrifices.   He dives into what it meant to win the 2011 World Series, the importance of accountabi...

On this episode of the Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland welcomes Marc Bushala, a serial entrepreneur, spirits innovator, and branding connoisseur who doesn’t do things halfway. Marc shares how he co-founded Angel’s Envy alongside legendary master distiller Lincoln Henderson, bringing to life a bourbon that broke through the noise with its port barrel finish and iconic wing-embossed bottle....

In this episode of the Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland welcomes business leader and author Jim Huntzicker for an eye-opening discussion on mindset, limiting beliefs, and the power of self-awareness. Jim reveals how early childhood experiences and subconscious decisions shaped his career path—including why he repeatedly walked away from profitable businesses—and how he eventually broke fre...

In this episode of the Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland welcomes Chadd Wright, a former Navy SEAL turned ultra-endurance athlete. Chad’s story is one of resilience and determination, from small-town beginnings in Georgia to chasing the grueling dream of becoming a Navy SEAL, even after a life-altering medical diagnosis nearly ended it all.   Chadd shares his incredible journey of fail...

You read that right — there’s another Brett Gilliland out there, and in this episode of the Elite Entrepreneurs Podcast, he’s our guest. Brett Gilliland, host of the Circuit of Success podcast, joins our own Brett Gilliland for a rare “name twin” conversation that’s as inspiring as it is fun. What began as a chance LinkedIn mix-up has turned into a powerful meeting of minds, where two entrepreneur...

This week on the Circuit of Success, Brett Gilliland welcomes Andrew Wittman—founder of the Inner Armor Resilience System and a man forged by combat, law enforcement, and high-level security operations. From leading protection details for world leaders to coaching elite executives, Andrew shares how true resilience isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you train. He opens up about...

In this episode of the Circuit of Success, Brett Gilliland is joined by Gary Chupik, one of the most respected mental performance coaches in the world. Gary has worked with top athletes, executives, and teams from organizations like the Houston Texans, Seattle Mariners, Microsoft, and the FBI. He shares the science and strategy behind his transformational programs, the Elite Mindset Mental Trainin...

On this episode of The Circuit of Success, host Brett Gilliland welcomes Dr. Robb Kelly—a world-renowned addiction expert and performance coach whose life journey is as gripping as it is inspiring. From playing bass with Queen and Elton John at Abbey Road Studios to living homeless on the streets of Manchester, Robb’s story is one of radical transformation. Today, he’s helping people around the wo...