The Michael Brian Show

I posted a while back asking for questions, they could be business related or personal, and I answered :)   Learn a little more about me and my perspective on some business related topics too!   Tell me your thoughts or send me a topic you would like me to cover on Twitter  @M_McDonnell2  & Instagram  @michael_mcdonnell1

Climbing the wrong mountains can do you more harm than good! I talk about the impact self-discovery, self-awareness and following your own journey can do for you.

Luana Ribeira ( @luaribeira ) is a book and media coach and she talks to me about how uniqueness and your own voice is key when it comes down to writing an amazing book that impacts the lives of its readers. Luana also shares how she never thought she would have been a business owner; going from being a dancer, her experience in an acting school and how she got into the industry. You can also see...

A direction gives you focus, motivation and many more! I dive into the importance of direction on this episode!

Steve ( @stevedsims ) is a speaker, author of Bluefishing and the visionary founder of Bluefish: the world’s first luxury concierge that delivers the highest level of personalized travel, transportation, and cutting-edge entertainment services to corporate executives, celebrities, professional athletes, and other discerning individuals interested in living life to its fullest. We speak about how S...

Nicholas Bayerle is the CEO of Billion Dollar Body and Creator of the Billion Dollar Brotherhood. He’s the host of the BDB podcast, an international speaker and author of the Modern Day Businessman.   He went from obese, college dropout to fit, to creating a 7 figure business, healthy and married to the woman of his dreams Amanda.   Check out Nicholas on Instagram and check out  BDB LIVE for more...

Chris D. Bentley ( @ChrisDBentley ) is a Dallas realtor with over 15 years of experience in selling real estate in multiple states. 3x Million dollar producer three years in a row. Ranked #13 of Top 20 Dallas Real Estates on Social Media 2018.   Chris shares with me how he got involved with real estate, the pitfalls he had to overcome and what it took for him to get into the luxury real estate bus...

Chad Molyneux ( Chad on Facebook ) is the creator of "The Health & Wealth Blueprint;" which provides high achieving entrepreneurs & busy professionals with time-efficient exercise & health solutions so that they can take control of their health, increase their energy, and create a body they are proud of. We talk about how your health can help you be more productive, confident and have the energy t...

Carole Railton FRSA ( @carolerailton ) is a global behaviorist specialising in business body language. Rated 4th in the world by gurus.org  and the author of several books including "The Future of Body Language." Her clients include KPMG, Travis Perkins, BT, CFEO Nigeria & Coca Cola Serbia. We talk about how learning styles (Visual, Auditory & Kinaesthetic) impact your business and how they can ac...

Chloe Smith (@ forty8creates ) is the creative director and founder of Forty8Creates. Forty8Creates is a branding agency that offers services from graphic design, digital marketing, web, app design & development. Chloe shares the journey of Forty8Creates and what it took (the highs and the lows) to grow the company and brand to what it is today! Enjoy! :) You can find out more about Chloe and Fort...

Ian Christelow ( @Action_Freedom ), is co-founder of ActionCOACH UK, the world’s largest business coaching franchise. When he was a child, his father’s advertising agency went under, leaving the family struggling financially. He likens business failure to cancer and is determined to tackle it head-on by creating a UK-wide network of truly effective business growth coaches. Ian joins me on the show...

Scott Ayres (@ agorapulse ) is the co-author of “Facebook All-in-one for Dummies” and Podcast host for Social Media Lab powered by Agorapulse. He has been an expert in social media for 9 years. Before Agorapulse he was the head of content, support, and training at Post Planner. Scott became addicted to social media before MySpace! & we discuss the state of social media and possible future trends t...

Mike Samuels ( Mike on Facebook ) is a copywriter and consultant that spends the majority of his time in the fitness industry. Mike shares his story of studying to be a lawyer, deciding it wasn't for him and starting up a fitness business instead; and all the lessons he learned along the way! Enjoy! :) You can find out more about Mike on his website  healthylivingheavylifting.com and check him out...

Neil Robson ( @rebelchoc ) is the Co-Founder of Rebel Chocolate. He shares his story of having a career in academic research before Rebel Chocolate. He has a Master Degree in Protein Biochemistry & PhD in Immunology.  In May 2016, Neil decided to make a significant career change and left academic biomedical research due to many things including back pain. Neil has always been interested in nutriti...

Emily Chadbourne (on Instagram ) used to be a bit of an idiot. At 33 years old, she realized that no one was going to rescue her from her crappy waitressing job or her crappy life. She had to do it. Now, she shows others how to consciously create the business of their dreams and how to be ‘unashamedly human’. Emily shares with me the "5 things to manifesting your successful business" and how that...

Ronan Leonard ( Twitter ) is the founder of Eccountability which is a done-for-you mastermind program for niche experts who want to add a premium service. He joins me on the show to talk about the power of masterminds, the many ways a mastermind can be organized and carried out, and the potential results that you can achieve with them. To find out more about the work Ronan does around masterminds...

Jane Arthern ( @FMCGenie ) is a seasoned and experienced veteran of 30+ years in retail. A mother and business owner; she is a passionate foodie and experimental home cook! Jane shares her wisdom with starting food businesses and the many things you need to consider as you start, grow and thrive in the food and retail industry. Enjoy! :) You can find out more about Jane by hanging out on Twitter o...

Trevor Crane ( find Trevor on Facebook ) is an 11 time best selling author and the founder of Epic author publishing. Trevor’s mission is to help publish 1000 new authors and help people take their LIFE and their BUSINESS to the next level – no matter how successful they already are. We talk about the process of making an impact with your book. Near the end, Trevor also shares with us how to write...

Kim Fiske ( @kim fiske on Instagram) is a keynote speaker, life coach and the author of the book "The Monster Under The Bed: Uncovering the Lie that Drives us." Kim has 10 "monster principles" and she joins me on the show to share with me the ways in which these can rule our lives and businesses (shame and judgment being two of them). Enjoy! :) You can grab the book and find out more about Kim at ...

Thierry Clarke ( Thierry on LinkedIn ) is the CEO and Founder of InvestorConnected that is designed to bridge the gap between entrepreneurs seeking capital and potential investors. Thierry joins me on the show to share three keys to storytelling in a way that communicates value to investors; if you're someone that is looking for funding for your business. Enjoy! :) You can find out more about Thei...

Karen Green ( @KG_foodmentor on Twitter) is a business mentor, speaker, and author of the bestseller, "Recipe for success- The ingredients of a profitable food business" Karen shares how she went from a buyer at Tesco for nearly fifteen years, to a fizzy pop manufacturer. Karen needed a change and became a gym owner, which bankrupted her. Why did Karen write her book? She explains the moments lead...

Jennie Wallace ( @beyondskinclinic  on Instagram) was made redundant at 6 months pregnant; and decided to open her own business, Beyond Skin Clinic , 6 days after her daughter was born. Jennie shares what it was like not only raising a daughter, but also starting a business after realizing that (after a handful of previous opportunities) that she didn't want to squeeze into someone else's box; she...

IT'S CHRISTMAS! and I have some lessons for you that I've taken away from starting my podcast just over a year ago today and the vision for the show. I want to take this moment to say that I REALLY appreciate every single one of you that have shown your support for the podcast and told me how it has helped you on your entrepreneurial and business journey. The future of the show is bright and, with...

Jo Pritchard ( @glowproseccosparkle ) is the CEO of Sparkle Drops which creates flavored shimmer drops for prosecco, gin, and many other drinks too. She started her journey realizing there was an unmet need when it came to her drinks while on holiday and set out to fulfill that need herself. Jo shares the lessons learned and what allowed her to be successful today! If you want to find out more abo...

This is the LAST episode of the ROAR show! It's been a long journey, but it's time for a change! "Success & Sales: Hacks & Chats" is the new show, so search to find it wherever you get your podcasts and it should be up and running by next week... so you don't miss the first one :) Soo grateful for the support you have all given me, and I hope you will continue to do so.