The Eternal Optimist

Chase Tolleson is a fitness expert who is culminating not only fitness in its finest form but as well as the optimization of the mind and body. Running a gym for over 8 years, Chase knows the ins and outs of everything that has to do with fitness. But now, he adds a twist to it by realigning fitness with inner power. In this episode, Chase comes on the podcast to talk about his life experiences an...

Ellie McKay is an award-winning property investor and developer who has built her name from scratch. With a multimillion-pound property portfolio, she has now gotten around to public speaking, business coaching, plus juggling all that as a loving mother of three. In this episode, Ellie shares with us her life in detail–all the sacrifices, burdens, and triumphs–that led her to the path of ultimate...

Mitzi Purdue is a bestselling icon producing 27 books that has and continues to inspire many. She has gained a name in the world of story-telling and is a winner of the Literary Titan Book Award for Nonfiction. She has also been a nominee of the Bookfest Book Awards. In this episode we open our hearts to the tragedies of what is currently happening to Ukraine. Mitzie talks about human trafficking...

Daniel Matalon is the founder of #IsThereEnough and co-founder of Impact Launchpad, a UK based venture studio for social impact incubation and development. Daniel is passionate about starting a provocative new conversation about the intersection of survival economics and social justice. On this episode, he shares with Matt how he was able to rebuild his life after losing everything at the age of 5...

Mark Victor Hansen is a world-famous author, motivational speaker, and publisher of heartfelt storytellers. Selling over 500 million copies of his books worldwide, Mark Victor has touched the hearts of people all over the globe. In today’s episode, Mark imparts to us the experiences and wisdom 74 years of existence have taught him. He shares what power our own thoughts, purpose, and fulfilled soul...

Donald Sanchez has gone through life with the biggest obstacles on the way. He has struggled with relationship problems, family conflicts, and serious addiction. In this episode, Donald shares how he was able to stay afloat despite all the hurdles of life. He talks about the light in his dark tunnel and how he takes the wheel to stay on the right path along every journey.  Topics Covered 01:4...

Grant Baldwin is a professional speaker, author, and entrepreneur who has helped people navigate their lives in the world of public speaking. In this episode, Grant shares his experiences with being a professional speaker–the good, the bad, and everything in between. He also shares bits and pieces of his personal life and how leading a life with intentionality has certainly moved mountains in his...

Dr. Saiyyidah Zaidi Show Notes  Dr. Saiyyidah Zaidi is a researcher, author, coach, and the Founding Convener and Conversation Architect at the Centre for Belonging and Understanding. As she experienced one of the most tragic events of her life, it became the road that led her straight to the great influence she has now. In this episode, Dr. Saiyyidah shares how she hit rock bottom, how she o...

Chris and Jamie Bailey are marriage coaches running a marriage ministry called Expedition Marriage. Married for 27 years, Chris and Jamie shared hardships of their own leading them to where they are now–mending and strengthening numerous relationships day in and day out. In this episode, they share how their bond was formed and the challenges that came along. As they also give marriage advice and...

Matt sits down with longtime friend Jennie Bellinger to talk about how she's built her business and lifestyle around an authenticity that's uniquely hers! Jennie Bellinger is a Certified Professional Coach and the host of the Badass Direct Sales Mastery Podcast. She works with badass direct sales moms who are ready to double their monthly income. An entrepreneur since 2010, she understands the des...

Jason Bronstad used his experience turning around businesses to do the same for his health. Not only is Jason the CEO of Malk Organics, but he’s also a family man, and a proud advocate of a healthy lifestyle. In this episode, health of all forms takes on the spotlight. From the struggles of unemployment and unhealthy ways–both physically and mentally–Jason shares the journey that has built stronge...

Justin Donald Show Notes Entrepreneur Magazine calls Justin Donald the “Warren Buffett of Lifestyle Investing.” He’s a master of low-risk cash flow investing, and on this episode, he gets into with Matt about how people can get back their time and “create wealth without creating a job.” He shares how he’s been able to become financially free by the time that he turned 40 and also the power that ot...

Your past mistakes don’t define you, and no matter how deep you feel you’ve fallen - you can always pull yourself back up. Austin Linney joins the show today to talk about how he overcame severe drug addiction to eventually traveling the country while running successful businesses. He shares the key to his sobriety and how a hidden mindset was one of the biggest things holding him back. Topics Cov...

Your only limited by your own ability to improve yourself! That’s what Scott Gass is a testament to. He shares how he went from being mocked as a young child to eventually helping some of the most successful people on the planet. Join Matt and Scott as they dive deep into what it takes to truly master the craft of something and why belief system and even alternate identities can help fuel personal...

What would you do if your own mentor fired you? On today’s episode, Joe Cox shares how the challenges he experienced in his business and relationships actually allowed him to become a successful franchisee and beloved husband. Joe Cox is a husband, dad and small business owner with an entrepreneurial spirit who was raised in a big family from a small town in Michigan. He felt lost during and after...

Today’s episode is proof of the power of belief and commitment. Phillip Stutts joins the show to talk about why he’s committed to finding a cure to something that doctors have said is uncurable. Phillip had incredible success as a political marketer, but his world changed several years ago when he was diagnosed with a rare and (until now) untreatable disease. However, Phillip shares how he became...

Michael is an expert on peak performance in the workplace and is passionate about helping leaders and teams create company cultures of engagement, sustainability, and purpose. He is the founder of Arc Integrated, a leadership development consultancy serving teams and leaders around the globe. On this episode he shares with Matt how individuals can cultivate optimism within their personal live...

Robert Murray has been supporting himself since he was 15 years old. Robert shares with Matt how he grew a business with a group of friends from a start-up to $200 million and 1000 employees. Robert also shares some of the challenges that have come along with that initial success and how he’s helping people now to overcome their challenges and limiting beliefs. Topics Covered 04:20 - How Robert st...

This episode is for those looking for ways to deal with rejection. Denny Hammack is the Chariman of Patterson Pope - but on this episode he shares the rocky beginning he had to his career and how he was able to overcome seeming “failures” throughout his education to eventually become successful in his relationships and business. Topics Covered 06:42 - Denny shares how he was rejected on almost eve...

Here’s an episode that will help you survive the hard times and thrive during the good times! On this episode, Matt sits down with Scott Groves, a leading mortgage professional, podcast host, and coach. Scott shares some challenges he’s currently facing in his business, and he gets some coaching directly from Coach Matt on a pressing issue that’s preventing his business from truly thriving. Topics...

Mike Abramowitz is an accomplished author, speaker, coach, and philanthropist. Mike shares how the challenges impacting his family have made him into a better man, father, husband, son, brother, and even entrepreneur. He also shares his system to simplify and systemize their lives through his proprietary methodology called TAD (Tiny Actions Daily). Topics Covered Mike shares some of the challenges...

Rebecca Creel is a wife, mother, family court lawyer and speaker in South Carolina. Her practice helps families deal with tumultuous legal and emotional challenges. Rebecca tells some intense and perhaps frightening stories growing up in violent circumstances. But she also shares how those experiences have shaped her into becoming a better person, parent, and even lawyer. Topics Covered How Rebecc...

Jon Vroman is a husband and father of two amazing boys and a social entrepreneur who helps people live life in the front row. He’s also the founder of Front Row Dads, an international community for dads that focuses on health, relationships, and finances. Jon shares some raw, real moments from being a husband and a father, and he also gives some great advice for anyone want to improve their family...

Dane Espegard is a culture consultant who teaches, assists and executes the implementation of a culture centered around Dream Achieving. On this episode, Dane shares how seemingly ordinary people can create the life of their dreams. Dane also shares his systematic process to identifying and accomplishing dreams in the most important areas of your life. The system is bottom-up and puts the emphasis...

Ned W. Schaut is the author of "Rebel and Create.” On this episode, he shares with Matt his ambition to make the world a better place. Ned wants there to be more engaged men in this world that can shepherd and foster the next generation. Ned believes that engagement is the key to experiencing more in life. Topics Covered 00:58 Ned shares his story about himself and his family. 04:18 Ned talks abou...