The Path to Mastery

Episode Highlights: [00:24] When You Swing and Miss in Business Ryan and Brook dive into the reality of setbacks—when you invest in something that doesn’t work out, hire the wrong people, or take a big financial loss. Every entrepreneur will face it, but how you respond makes all the difference. [03:47] Losing Big: Ryan’s Story of Hitting Rock Bottom Ryan shares a personal story of going all-in on...

Episode Highlights:  [00:18] The Power of Cleansing (In Business and Life) Brook shares insights from his two-month homeopathy cleanse, revealing why detoxing isn’t just about what you add —but also about what you remove . Ryan connects this to spring cleaning in business and why eliminating what's not working is just as important as growth. [01:52] The Sunk Cost Fallacy: When to Cut Your Los...

This episode was too good to leave buried in the archives! Episode Highlights [00:01] The Costly Learning Curve Ryan and Brook reflect on mistakes they wish they could have avoided when launching their coaching businesses—and how you can shortcut the process to success. [01:34] Mistake #1: Getting Ready to Get Ready Perfectionism kills momentum. If you’re stuck in “preparing” mode—chasing certific...

Episode Highlights:  [00:11] Volume Creates Stability If your results feel inconsistent, you might not have a sales or marketing problem—you might just need more volume. Ryan explains why success often comes down to increasing output. [02:11] Resonance Over Understanding Inspired by The Seven Frequencies of Communication , Brook shares a key insight: it’s not just about making people understand—it...

Episode Highlights [00:00] The Wrong Question About Objections Most people ask, "How do I handle objections?" —but that's the wrong question. Ryan and Brook break down why understanding the psychology behind objections is the real game-changer. [01:02] Why Objections Feel Like Confrontation How deep-seated fears around judgment and confrontation cause resistance in sales—and why shi...

Episode Highlights:  [00:01] Take a Chance: Stop Settling for Good Are you playing it safe in your business? Ryan challenges listeners to stop clinging to what’s comfortable and start pursuing greatness—even if it means taking risks. [02:13] Business Should Be Fun Success doesn’t have to mean struggle. Ryan explains why building a business should be both hard and enjoyable, and how fun is a key in...

Episode Highlights: [00:01] Guest Introduction: Maxwell Nee, CRO of ScoreApp Maxwell shares his journey from corporate finance burnout to becoming an entrepreneur and the CRO of ScoreApp, a platform transforming lead generation through quiz marketing. [01:19] Transitioning to Coaching Discover how Maxwell transitioned from consulting to coaching by addressing client mindset barriers and embracing...

Episode Highlights: [00:00] Chess as a Life and Business Strategy Brook shares how losing to his 12-year-old daughter at chess revealed the power of strategy and the importance of learning proven winning approaches in life and business. [01:19] The Power of Asking for Help Ryan recounts a lesson from his daughter’s theater audition, highlighting how fear of embarrassment holds many people back fro...

Episode Highlights [00:00] Introducing Allison Hare Ryan welcomes Allison Hare, a podcast expert, award-winning podcaster, and longtime collaborator, as they discuss her journey from broadcasting aspirations to podcasting success. [02:52] Discovering the Power of Voice Allison shares how she found her passion for podcasting and why helping others amplify their voices has become her mission. [10:26...

Episode Highlights: [00:00] Leveling Up with High Standards Brook shares how upgrading his headphones led to questioning where else he was settling in life and making changes to elevate his standards. [02:03] Creating Selfless Content Insights from Gary Vee on the importance of creating content that serves the audience rather than self-serving agendas, with a focus on value and impact. [04:50] Qui...

Episode Highlights [00:01] Introduction Ryan and Brook explore how to transition from feeling drained to dynamic by cultivating and sustaining energy. They dispel myths about energy being fixed and focus on generating it intentionally. [01:37] Nutrition and Emotional Energy Dive into the role of nutrition, mindset, and emotional triggers in fostering peak energy levels, with tips on turning positi...

[00:00] Mind as a Tool - Discover the perspective shared by Tony Robbins: your mind is a tool—how you use it determines your fulfillment and achievements. [01:58] Believe Before You See It - Ryan shares insights on breaking the "see it to believe it" fallacy, emphasizing the importance of faith and visualization in achieving success. [04:21] Raise Your Prices with Confidence - Hear a rea...

Episode Highlights: [00:00] Recalibrating for 2025 Kickstart the year with five actionable ways to double your sales and streamline your efforts. [01:25] Double Your Effort (Strategically) Learn how strategic adjustments, such as increasing calls or optimizing workflows, can exponentially boost your results. [05:48] Shorten Call Times Without Losing Quality Discover why trimming your sales call du...

Episode Highlights: [00:00] Recalibrating Morning Routines Learn how small adjustments to your morning routine can improve focus, alignment, and set the tone for success. [02:58] The Power of Specificity in Goal Setting Discover why setting specific, actionable goals leads to greater clarity and better results. [05:48] Time Management and Alignment Tips to prioritize your schedule, avoid burnout,...

Welcome to our very first State of the Podcast episode as we reflect on the first year of this show and everything we have planned for its future. We begin with assessing the numbers from 2024, and we are extremely proud of the 2,082 downloads from our 43 episodes. We unpack everything we’ve learned as first-time podcasters, the changes we’ve made due to listener feedback, how both of our historie...

Happy 2025, we’re super excited to be here with you! We start the year with Fast Five for Friday as we explore various self-management strategies for improving one’s mental state and working conditions in the workplace. We discuss the impact of your mental state on your ability to create winning business strategies, what a power cabinet is and how to use it effectively, the dangers of always compa...

This is the final Fast Five For Friday of 2024! Today, we reflect on the incredible joy of seeing our coaching take root and bear fruit. Join us as we discuss the power of leading from an attitude of service and the revolution that happens when you find the right partnerships and work in them. Hear why in-person events have found relevance again, how to tap into knowing when it’s the right time to...

Welcome to another Fast Five for Friday, the holiday edition! Today, we discuss five incredible gifts you can gift yourself or ask a loved one for this festive season. Hear all about our favorite grounding items, best tech picks, incredible virtual assistants, and more! You’ll even gain insight into our favorite online checkout platform, Spiffy Checkouts. Finally, we remind you of the importance o...

What if the key to lasting success as a coach isn’t just mastering your craft but surrounding yourself with the right people? Joining us today are three world-class coaches, Chad Cooper, Melissa von Musser, and Andrew Devlin, to discuss why it’s so important for coaches to invest in having their own coaches and how to build support systems to avoid operating in isolation. Chad, Melissa, and Andrew...

It’s time for another Fast Five for Friday episode, and this week, we’ve got something extra special for you! We’re sharing the five most impactful takeaways that we’ve walked away with after another one of our in-person events here in the beautiful north of Colorado. The truth is, in today’s world, people are craving real-life connections more than ever—and we’ve seen some of the best progress an...

Today is all about books. But we’re not just talking about reading or writing; we’re focusing on the marketing side of things and converting readers into clients. This is a game-changing topic for coaches and entrepreneurs, and we are thrilled to be joined by the seasoned writer, editor, publisher, CEO, and Founder of Date with the Muse, Annalisa Summea. Annalisa is here to show how you can turn y...

Time to revisit where it all started: Rory Vaden's take on personal branding is a lesson that never gets old. Welcome to the first episode of The Coaching Equation, a show helping you take your coaching business to the next level. In this episode, we sit down with Rory Vaden, author of Take the Stairs and Co-Founder of Brand Builders Group, to unpack why you need to have a personal brand in t...

Ready to kick off your holiday weekend with a burst of inspiration? In this special Thanksgiving edition of Fast Five for Friday, Ryan and Brooke reflect on five essential lessons that power their coaching journey. From the value of a top-tier team to shifting your perspective on sales calls, they share how gratitude fuels growth and progress. Plus, they dive into how endings can unlock new opport...

Hiring a Virtual Assistant (VA) can transform your business, but how do you avoid consequential pitfalls and maximize success? In this episode, Ryan Lang and Brooke Bishop share invaluable insights from 18 months of running a VA staffing business. They cover the top 10 mistakes business owners make, like failing to onboard effectively, setting unrealistic expectations, or treating VAs as disposabl...

Welcome to the fourth edition of Fast Five for Friday, and today, we explore the wonders of slowing down, embracing nature, and finding the fun in all we do. We begin with being specific and how it can open new pathways to success, the magic of nature even during extreme weather, how doing less can lead to more, and the wonders of keeping the fun alive by gamifying even the most tedious tasks. To...