The Last 10%

Welcome back to The Last 10% podcast! In this episode, host Dallas Burnett is joined by the multi-talented Caitlin Drago, a leadership coach, consultant, and improv artist. They delve into Caitlin's fascinating journey from acting and improv in Los Angeles to her current focus on using improv principles for professional development, team building, and communication. Caitlin shares inspiring storie...

Welcome to another illuminating episode of "The Last 10%". Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming esteemed guest Doug Noll, an expert in conflict resolution and emotional intelligence. In this episode, Doug shares his unique insights and groundbreaking techniques that can help us navigate conflicts, validate emotions, and tap into our hidden genius. Drawing from his years of experience, Doug emp...

Welcome back to another episode of "The Last 10%"! We have a special guest joining us, our resident Enneagram expert, Danielle! We take a deep dive into the Enneagram Type 2, also known as the compassionate helper. In this episode, we explore their unique strengths, struggles, and the important roles they play in teams and organizations. As we peel back the layers of Type 2 personalities, Danielle...

In this episode of "The Last 10%", host Dallas Burnett is joined by Dr. Alyea Sandovar, an expert in Gamification. They explore how the principles of gamification can be applied to increase motivation and engagement within individuals and organizations. Dr. Sandovar shares valuable insights on their journey from being a consultant to obtaining a PhD in game production. They discuss the concept of...

Welcome to another episode of The Last 10%! Today, we have a very special guest joining us—Westin Wilson. In this raw and captivating episode, Westin shares his personal journey in the world of combat sports, entrepreneurship, and the pursuit of success. We explore the common perception of success and the pressure to constantly compare ourselves to others. Westin offers a refreshing perspective, e...

Today, we have a fascinating guest, Dimitris Xygalatas, a cultural anthropologist who delves into the intricate connection between our bodies and our behaviors. Dimitris conducted a groundbreaking study in Spain, aiming to explore intense rituals like fire walking. Can you think of a ritual in your life? Maybe it's a birthday celebration, a wedding ceremony, or even how you prepare your morning cu...

In this episode of "The Last 10%", host Dallas Burnett welcomes special guest Chip White, an HR development partner at Michelin and a leadership coach. Chip shares his incredible experience in developing leaders within organizations, having worked with a staggering 1800 leaders at Michelin in his previous role. He also shares his incredible journey that led him into the field of coaching and devel...

Welcome back to another episode of "The Last 10%"! Today we have a very special guest joining us on the show. But before we dive into that, we want to share some exciting updates . We have recently added a new section to our Enneagram assessments, focusing on using the Enneagram on teams at work. And the best part? Our Enneagram assessment reports are now completely free! So if you've been curious...

Welcome back to another episode of "The Last 10%!" In today's episode, we dive into the often-dreaded topic of performance reviews and the challenges they bring. Our guest, Lindsay Roberts, shares her insights and experiences, shedding light on the personal nature of performance reviews and the animosity they can create among employees. Join us as Lindsay discusses the importance of feedback and e...

Welcome back to another episode of The Last 10% podcast! In today's episode, we dive into the fascinating world of mental performance coaching with our special guest, Brian Miles. Brian takes us on his journey from graduate school to working with professional athletes in baseball. We explore the importance of mental performance in sports teams, the evolution of the field, and the integral role pla...

On this episode of The Last 10%, Dallas Burnett is joined by guest Maura Nevel Thomas. Thomas, who has written several books, including a recently released one titled "Everyone Wants to Work Here: Attract the Best Talent, Energize Your Team, and Be the Leader in Your Market," shares insights from their experience working with leaders and observing the impact of their behavior on productivity and w...

On this episode of The Last 10%, we sit down with Alan Blakeborough, a multifaceted individual who has excelled in various fields, including fencing, entrepreneurship, and accounting. Alan takes us on a journey through his experiences, from making the US Olympic squad after years of trials to starting his own business in the shipping container industry. Alan's dedication to making a positive impac...

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett dives into the importance of clarity and how it can be achieved through the use of light, focus, and frame. Not only can these concepts be applied to various areas of life, but they can also help battle for belief and close gaps when coaching. We also cover the mindful quadrant, to help listeners slow down and cut through the static in life. Dal...

On this episode of The Last 10%, former NFL quarterback, Vince Evans, shares his inspiring story of resilience and determination. Vince takes us through the highs and lows of his career, from experiencing fame and endorsements, to being paralyzed in his lower extremities due to a staph infection. Vince talks about the rare and unique type of coach that helped him become the best he could be, and h...

We interview David Moore, a Blade Sports competitor with over a BILLION views on Barstool Sports videos from Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Moore shares his musical journey, which began at age five and was enriched by the mentorship of established musicians and experiences at a local music hub, La Fonda's. Moore also discusses his engagement with Blade Sports, a non-profit that promotes knives as tools i...

In this episode, we sit down with Kiel Bradley, currently making waves as the Regional Director for a rapidly expanding technical service company in the Southeast. Bradley shares an insightful journey of his career progression, highlighting his transformation from seeing himself as a 'player' to evolving into a 'coach' — a shift that has undeniably catalyzed his professional growth. Bradley was in...

Join us as we welcome Dr. Feinberg, a renowned Neurostrategist, Executive Coach, and High-Performance Team architect who collaborates with America's brightest minds and businesses. Working alongside CEOs, top executives, and company founders ranging from Fortune 500 giants to ambitious, up-and-coming startups, Dr. Feinberg has contributed to the success of industry leaders such as Oracle, Google,...

Join us in today's episode as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Olympic athlete and coach Jonathan Edwards. With a wealth of experience and knowledge, Jonathan shares valuable insights on sustaining success, overcoming challenges, and transitioning from one accomplishment to another. We begin by exploring the critical role of goal-setting and establishing frameworks for success. Without...

In this engaging episode, we sit down with renowned Ted Talk Coach, Devin Marks, to explore the art of exceptional communication. Devin shares his secrets on constructing powerful and memorable Ted Talk-style presentations, emphasizing the importance of scripting, storytelling, and creating a connection with the audience. We also discuss the cultural impact of Ted Talks and how these concise, infl...

In this podcast, Adam Coffey discusses the importance of culture in business and how it directly affects revenue. Adam, a seasoned CEO, believes that revenue can't be managed from the top down and instead, culture must be built from the ground up. He focuses on creating a strong culture to increase employee engagement and improve customer service, leading to increased revenue. Adam believes that t...

In this episode of the podcast, we have a special guest, Ed Norwood, President of ERN/The National Council of Reimbursement Advocacy and AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR of "Be A Giant Killer, Overcoming Your Everyday Goliaths." Ed shares with us his personal journey of overcoming challenges and the lessons he learned along the way. He reflects on the mistakes he made in his youth, the difficult season he had...

Listen in to hear Ruben Gonzalez, a 4-time Olympian over 4 decades, as he highlights key concepts emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and commitment in achieving success and significance. Ruben mentions the importance of recognizing his own strengths and weaknesses and how he applied this knowledge to pursuit of his goals. He also dives into the importance of taking action with a high lev...

Listen to the powerful conversation with marketer and "Digital OG," Bob Hutchins. His company managed digital marketing for blockbuster movies like The Passion of The Christ and The Chronicles of Narnia. We dive into intense conversations around what it looks like for people struggling with loss through COVID and other tragedies. He shares incredible wisdom on mindsets that help people move throug...

Join our conversation today as Alex Carroll, founder of Caliber Games, tells his remarkable story. From creating documentaries to reinventing his company through the COVID shutdowns, Alex takes us on a journey through his life as a successful entrepreneur. He shares encouragement and wisdom with our listeners who need to reinvent in life or work. You can find more information about Caliber Games a...

Join the conversation and listen to professional tennis coach Warwick Bashford discuss coaching some of the greatest tennis players in the world. He talks about the 4 different mindsets and what separates armatures from TRUE champions. We talk about his journey, and the mistakes coaches make when trying to develop talent. We end the show talking about Warwick's nonprofit, "More Than Tennis." If yo...