The David Spisak Show

As we approach the end of a year it's completely natural to start thinking about what we want to accomplish in the coming year. David reflects on the custom of creating New Year's Resolutions, and ultimately why he thinks they don't matter if there aren't mechanisms in place to ensure they are achieved and that we are accountable. Key Takeaways From This Episode: 01:00 - 2021 w...

Marcus Harvey is the founder of @portland and @portlandgear, a prominent social media community spanning over 400,000 followers and a growing apparel line that sells in over 35 countries. From losing a job to building a social media and branding empire, Marcus joins David Spisak to discuss his journey to achieving uncommon success. What David and Marcus Harvey (@portland) discuss in this episode:...

In this episode of The David Spisak Show, David explains how people can experience an extraordinary life despite living through difficult times. From war in Ukraine to increasing pressure on the economy, many millions of people throughout the world are faced with challenges that are beyond their control. David, of course, is fascinated by the concept of becoming uncommon — doing what needs to be d...

Benjamin Long is the Senior Executive of partnerships at Live Nation Entertainment and has over 20 years of experience across media, monetization, content & distributions. Today Ben is responsible for driving strategy and overseeing the development and execution of high-value global partnerships within Live Nation’s technology, mobile, and consumer electronics verticals. What David Spisak and...

In this episode of the David Spisak show, David explores how to build unwavering self-belief. The kind of self-belief that dispels fear so that you can accomplish extraordinary heights of success. David knows from personal experience that we are each susceptible to letting fear creep into our lives, especially when we are trying something new. Noteworthy Topics From This Episode: 00:59 - David sha...

Even though the topic of setting and achieving goals is something that we all can discuss at nauseam, David shares a different spin on how you can have a life that is 100% better than you ever thought possible. More importantly, David demystifies the seemingly unknown or perhaps unpopular truth that could be the difference between you struggling perpetually or finally going big. What David Spisak...

Beach Pace is a former Bomb Squad Executive Officer and Commander within the Ordinance Branch of the US Army, CEO of Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Columbia, and Hillsboro City Councillor. Beach has demonstrated that it's ok to go beyond the expectations traditionally set by society; that it's possible to go bigger and higher than one might think is possible, especially when engaged in...

In previous episodes of The David Spisak Show, David has asked that you take time to conduct a couple different types of inventory.  The first one was taking in inventory of your personal attributes, your personality traits, things of that nature. This second inventory I asked you to take was based on your own work experiences. In this episode, David explores how you can leverage all of that newfo...

In this episode of The David Spisak show, David explores a topic that is critically important to anybody who has ever felt like there is more within them to explore. This episode is meant to help us discover how and what we can do to live the best life that we know is still in front of us without reserve or doubt. What David shares in this episode: Most people are often stuck between two states: D...

Saul Blinkoff is an American film director, animator, and keynote speaker. He's worked on such features films as Pocahontas, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and Mulan and has produced or directed projects for Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu. Saul speaks around the world sharing practical tools for success, meaning, and fulfillment in all aspects of life! He also hosts the inspirational weekly podcast;...

In this episode of the David Spisak Show, David breaks the myth about trading time for money. If you're working for someone else, in some way, you're trading time for money. What David shares in this episode: When we work for someone else, we typically trade our time for a paycheck. Once the paycheck is received, we typically trade that money for something of less value. We trade our mon...

Grant Cardone is a 5x Best-selling author, real-estate mogul, and founder of the 10x movement. He's a star of the hit show, "Undercover Billionaire" and is on a mission to help people around the world create wealth and prosperity for themselves and their families. What David Spisak and Grant Cardone discuss in this episode: Grant started by selling material to car dealers throughout...

In this episode of The David Spisak Show, David sits down to share how we can learn from past work experience to discover how it shaped who we are today. An impromptu conversation with one of his employees gave room for a compelling discussion about how we all can take a look at our past to empower our growth for the future. What David shares in this episode: David learns some surprising news abou...

Michael Mina is an award-winning restaurateur and celebrity chef, and author of several cookbooks. His restaurant management company, Mina Group, operates over 40 restaurants around the world. What we discuss in this episode: Chef Mina was born in Cairo, Egypt and due to religious beliefs and a heavy-handed government, his family immigrated to Washington state in 1970. As a child, Chef Mina recogn...

Rob Moore is a successful online entrepreneur, investor, author, and media personality. His mission, through his foundation, is to help enrich the lives of children so that they can grow to have a positive impact on the world. In this episode, Rob shares how he was able to take negative experiences from his upbringing and channel them into bringing value to the world. What we discuss in this episo...

Many people go through life wondering "what if" or "had I only." They are filled with regret for not accomplishing the many things they aspired to achieve. In this episode of The David Spisak Show, David shares some stories from his past that led him to the one true metric that really matters: Happiness. Listen carefully as David explains how tapping into what makes you uncommo...

Tyrone Poole is a retired American professional football player. During his 13 seasons in the NFL he won multiple Super Bowl championships with the New England Patriots. Today, his passion lies within the Tyrone Pool 38 Foundation which focuses on three pillars: Education, Fitness, and Humanitarianism. What we discuss in this episode: The loudest person in a room is usually the weakest person in t...

If every intuition or every thought you have is wrong, then the opposite must be right!  In this episode of the David Spisak Show, David shares about the importance of counterintuitive thinking using examples from the hilarious sitcom, Seinfeld. What we discuss in this episode: There is a very real power that is created when thinking and doing the opposite of what intuition tells you. By the time...

David Spisak reflects on a conversation he had with a neuropsychologist about the effects that worrying has on our subconscious mind and our ability to achieve life's goals. This episode is an exerpt from David's segment on the popular Clubhouse Room, Breakfast With Champions. What we discuss in this episode: 83% of the things that people worry about never come to pass Of the 17% that di...

The turn of a new year causes millions of people around the world to consider what goals they'd like to achieve. Sadly, many people will end up in the exact same place next year as they were the year before. Why is that? In this episode of The David Spisak Show, David offers an in-depth look at how to convert your dreams into goals, and your goals into achievement. Is this your year to finall...

Jay Abraham is the CEO and Founder of The Abraham Group. He is appropriately known as the $21.7 Billion Dollar Man and is the highest paid marketing consultant, business leader and executive coach in the United States. What we discuss in this episode: Jay Abraham has worked with over 10,000 companies and has had a transformative effect on each of them over the last 3 decades. Jay got his start by...

Humble the Poet is a former school teacher turned creative. What began as reciting spoken word poetry in coffee shops to impress girls evolved into a creative adventure that has spanned the last 10 years; crossing genres, mediums and oceans. He’s now an author, hip-hop artist, speaker, designer, filmmaker, and creative consultant. What we discuss in this episode: When you go through a difficult ti...

Andréa McBride is the co-founder of McBride Sisters Wines — the first African-American sister duo to found an establish a wine company. Together with her sister Robin, the McBride sisters are on a mission to transform the wine industry, and cultivate community, one delicious glass of wine at a time. Their inspiring " SHE CAN FUND " is helping close the gender and race gap in leadership p...

Welcome to the David Spisak Show, where you'll get regular access to uncommon conversations with high achieving individuals to learn how they became who they are today.  Too often we see success stories without understanding the context behind what made those individuals stand out or what experiences helped shape who they are today.  Listen as David Spisak and guests share their 'aha mom...