The Vaughn Kohler Podcast

How do you make a powerful impression on someone? Is charisma something you can cultivate? In this episode, Derek and Steph join me to discuss best practices for making a big impact on people - which, of course, is a critical factor for enjoying a life of happiness and success. Listen as The Trinity of Masculinity pursues a genuinely interesting conversation about becoming genuinely interesting an...

How do you overcome a truly brutal blow to your heart and life? My guest today is Brad Starnes, who experienced the worst thing that any parent can experience. While he wasn't able to talk about it for almost ten years, he talks about it in this episode; and share insightful thoughts about pushing through discouragement, overcoming despair, and taking ownership of your actions, even when you feel...

It's a week before Thanksgiving; and while we often think of expressing gratitude to God for things like family, friends, good health, &tc., my buddies (and periodic co-hosts) Derek and Steph join me to discuss "odd things" for which we are thankful. With this as our ultimate purpose, we talk about cars, art supplies, collectibles, church organs, and a couple other things, somehow finding lessons...

If you know anything about what's happening in our culture, you know that there is a crisis in the trades and other blue collar jobs. Whether you are interested in that or not, it affects you...and the issues going on in the construction industry (and related industries) are extremely relevant, not just to all entrepreneurs and influencers - but to anyone who wants to pursue their God-given potent...

When she was in high school, Becca Strom's parents divorced, her dad suddenly died, her brother got in trouble with the law, and her family drama and dysfunction skyrocketed. While she had come to faith as a teenager, she lost her way and things started getting rough, until God intervened and said, "If this is how it's going to be, things are not going to end well." In this episode of The Vaughn K...

What is your approach to your life and work? Do you just want to survive? Are you pursuing success? Or are you committed to creating and experiencing a life of real significance? Quinten Lovejoy, my guest on today's episode, is the founder of @the300groupinsurance, one of the OG @aretesyndicate members (if you know, you know), and has contributed to Forbes, Bankrate, and business.com. More importa...

In the world of personal development and entrepreneurship, people are always looking to learn from experts and gurus. But my guest for today's podcast asks a great question: does your mentor walk on water? For many years, Donna Johnson has been a mover and shaker in her industry and has been wildly successful; but her greatest desire is to encourage men and women to embrace Jesus as THE greatest m...

What in the world does art and creativity have to do with pursuing your potential and/or succeeding in business? The surprise answer is: a lot! For this very unique episode of the Vaughn Kohler Podcast, I traveled to Scottsdale, Arizona and met with my friends Cyn Silva and Laura Madden. Both had or have "day jobs" and both have been successful in pursuing their passion for creating works of art....

What in the world does art and creativity have to do with pursuing your potential and/or succeeding in business? The surprise answer is: a lot! For this very unique episode of the Vaughn Kohler Podcast, I traveled to Scottsdale, Arizona and met with my friends Cyn Silva and Laura Madden. Both had or have "day jobs" and both have been successful in pursuing their passion for creating works of art....

When I met Dr. Alex Spinoso five years ago, he was working as a doctor in a penetentiary and living with his wife in an 800 square foot foyer (that's right, foyer) in a home in Las Vegas. Now, he is the CEO of Genesis Lifestyle Medicine, a company with 30+ locations, that he scaled to 8-figures in 16 months. (Oh, he runs a handful of other companies, too!) Alex is a really good man who has an asto...

In this engaging episode, I am joined by Persich & Company, a boutique consultancy founded by my clients, Garrett and Mary Persich, that offers "coaching" to help people think more biblically about their money and manage it in a way that is both practically effective and honoring to God! (Legal disclaimer: They are NOT financial advisors or counselors.) We dive into the fascinating world of money...

I do something totally different this episode! My friends and would-be co-hosts Derek Richards ("the greatest realtor in America") and Stephan du Plooy of Motion Media join me and the three of us share our favorite movies, why we love them, how they motivate us, and what they teach us that can be applied to personal development, entrepreneurship, and faith! I wrap up the discussion by recommending...

Do you struggle with energy? There could be a number of reasons for this - from a dietary allergy to an unconfessed sin. In this episode, I share two practical insights I've gained over the last couple years that have enabled me to live with more energy and enthusiasm. As humans, we are "a unity of the spiritual and the physical" and these insights are relevant to both your body and soul! I think...

You probably ought to give this episode to hopeless, young losers...er, I mean hopeless, young men and women you know...or maybe just take the lessons of this episode into your own heart and life! The reality is, so many people complain that the culture and economy are not conducive to happiness and success...but my 19-year-old guest (he might be 20) is proof this is definitely not the case: Steph...

Former NFL football player and current health coach Brad St. Louis joins me today to talk about his journey to Jesus, taking ownership of your life and faith, the importance of accountability, and the principles that have helped Brad succeed on and off the field. A former standout football player for Missouri State University and an NFL veteran who played ten years for the Cincinnatti Bengals, Bra...

I want to talk today about the attitude that we can and should embrace as we navigate the various crises that we encounter here on planet Earth. I want to propose that what we embrace is what I call "Happy Realism." In this episode, I illustrate the concept with a reference to a geeky fantasy movie and (hopefully) demonstrate that the concept is 100 percent consistent with the teachings of Jesus....

Overcoming several life obstacles through grit and the grace of Jesus, entrepreneur Mckenzie Ryan has gotten in shape, crushed her business goals, and taken a mighty leap forward in pursuing her God-given potential. In this episode, I enjoyed a wide-ranging conversation with Mckenzie; covering everything from our call to Christ-centered greatness to practical tips for success in life and business...

How does your circle of friends impact your ability to make the most of your life? How does your local community contribute to your personal and professional success - and elevate your ability to make an impact on the world? In this episode, I talk about these things with my long-time friend Ron Ratliff, who is a veteran librarian, scholar, Beatles and Elvis aficianado, and lover of all things Nar...

Do you know what the science and studies say is the #1 factor in achieving high levels of performance? Whether we're talking about excelling in sports, work, or even at home, the #1 factor...is confidence! When you truly believe that you are capable of achieving [fill in the blank], you are much more likely to actually achieve it! In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Ellen Reed to talk about how to...

No matter how old we are or where we're at in life, we are often tempted to think it's "too late." "Too late" to change the direction of our lives – whether that's personally or professionally. "Too late" to repair the damage we've done in a relationship. "Too late" to get right with God and end our final days well. There are a lot of biblical principles I could unpack to drive home just how irrat...

If you are going to pursue your God-given potential, you can't do it alone. You need to draw the right people to you, know how to lead and train them, and -- ultimately -- know how to love and serve them. If you do that, it's going to be a win/win/win: It will glorify God. It will be good for the people around you. And - yes - you yourself will gain something of value, whether that's more money, m...

You can't truly pursue your God-given potential if you believe that you exist in a universe that is governed by randomness, where everything happens by chance and there's no rhyme or reason to the things that happen to us. Christians believe that all of life is a story, that God is the Author, and that we are positioned as very significant protagonists in this great and epic story. We can either e...

Have you ever looked at your bank account balance and seen a big goose egg? Literally...you had ZERO money in your account? I have. In fact, I have felt at times like my account balance was ZERO in EVERY area of my life: professionally, personally, and spiritually. In this episode, I share a story that has one main purpose: to help you press on and not give up.  It's the story of when, right befor...

Are you disinterested and disillusioned with your current situation? Deep in your heart, do you know that you want and need to make radical changes, in order to pursue the life God meant you to live? Whether you are thinking through a radical change in your career or the focus and trajectory of your whole life, this conversation between Vaughn and his coaching client Jake Fuller will encourage you...

What is that thing in your life that just...empties you...that particular challenge in your life or cross to bear that just weighs on you, grinds you down, and fills you with anxiety, anger, hopelessness...even despair!  In this episode, Vaughn shares his answer - an answer that may surprise and even offend you! Is it possible that what you think is your worst nightmare could actually be transform...