Titans of Transition

Send us Fan Mail What if you're not lazy or unmotivated — you're just out of spoons? Personal trainer Abby Clapper uses "spoon theory" to explain why sticking to a workout routine has almost nothing to do with willpower and everything to do with finite daily energy. Abby works with neurodivergent clients — ADHD, autism, and chronic health conditions — and has built her whole pr...

Send us Fan Mail Mental toughness isn't enough — and grit alone won't save you. Former Navy SEAL turned leadership coach Andrew Sridhar argues that the "do hard things" culture (ice baths, ultramarathons, BUD/S-style suffering) is an INCOMPLETE answer to real-life misery — and explains what actually builds resilience when your career, your business, or your life falls apart. In...

Send us Fan Mail When the company that employed Abby Clapper announced it was moving buildings — and her position wouldn't be coming along — she had a choice: find the next safe landing, or commit to the business she'd been quietly building on the side. She jumped. And she was terrified. Two and a half years later, her personal training practice runs almost entirely on referrals, built a...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock leadership lessons from one of history’s greatest explorers—Lewis and Clark—and learn how their journey offers powerful insights for navigating your own uncharted moments. If you're facing a transition, feeling unprepared, or seeking resilience in uncertain times, this episode will inspire you with strategies rooted in adventure, teamwork, and trust. Jeff Ton, a leader...

Send us Fan Mail Only 3% of people who just click "Apply" ever get a job offer. But 87% of people who got hired had someone help them through networking. Career coach Sara Andrus (500+ clients, 10+ years) breaks down exactly why the recruiting system is broken — and what actually works. In this episode of Titans of Transition, host Joe Miller sits down with Sara Andrus, founder of Avara...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how to rewrite your career narrative for success 🚀 in this transformative episode featuring executive coach and author Terre Short . This conversation is perfect for leaders navigating career transition, building executive presence, and working on a healthier leadership mindset. Terre brings decades of experience helping leaders pivot their mindset, elevate their strengt...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how the “hidden job market” holds the key to your next career move! In this Titans of Transition episode, Joe Miller sits down with John Tarnoff—executive coach, author of Boomer Reinvention, and master of mid-career transitions—to expose why 80% of jobs are never posted online and what you can do to access them. John shares his fascinating journey from Hollywood film exe...

Send us Fan Mail From a decade in the corporate 9-to-5 grind to the bold leap into entrepreneurship, this is my radical journey 🚀. In this interview, Dylan Davis shares the challenges, fears, and pivotal moments that pushed him to leave behind stability for the unpredictable world of starting his own business. Learn how hitting rock bottom mentally and professionally became the catalyst for chang...

Send us Fan Mail Reinventing your career isn’t easy, but Garrett Frey’s bold transition is a masterclass in navigating change. In this episode of Titans of Transition, Garrett reflects on his incredible journey from a high-octane coaching career in real estate to launching his own company, Life at Ten Tenths. From working with over 28 coaches and nearly 600 clients nationwide to making the difficu...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to be the leader who inspires through change? ✨ In this insightful episode ( 3rd in the series)  with Bob Tipton, CEO / Principal Change Architect , we explore the critical leadership behaviors that can make or break your ability to guide others during moments of radical change. Whether you're navigating career transitions, organizational transformations, or pe...

Send us Fan Mail Master the art of leadership during radical change in this insightful episode featuring Bob Tipton, CEO and Principal Change Architect at Team Tipton, and special guest Mike Peterson, a former VP of HR and IT,  and Founder of Apex Partners.  Both Bob and Mike are published authors in leadership. 🚀 We dive deep into the challenges leaders face in times of disruption and share acti...

Send us Fan Mail In this segment from episode 76, Joe Miller and Bob Tipton discuss the challenges leaders face during times of organizational upheaval. They emphasize the importance of authenticity, personal responsibility, and the natural processes of change. The discussion illustrates how leaders can navigate turmoil by being transparent, making themselves indispensable, and coaching their staf...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating radical change can feel overwhelming, but in this episode of Titans of Transition, I reconnect with Bob Tipton, a leadership expert and longtime supporter of the channel, to explore practical tools for success during uncertain times. Bob shares his personal journey navigating profound life changes—from his childhood to his professional career—and offers actionable strat...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to be inspired by Tim Schmoyer's incredible journey of navigating career transitions while staying true to one powerful mission—changing lives. In this episode, we dive into Tim's story, from his roots in youth ministry to building a YouTube empire through "Video Creators" and now scaling impact as Chief Creator Coach at vidIQ. With a career spanning...

Send us Fan Mail 🔥 From fighting wildfires to becoming a top corporate executive - this story will leave you SPEECHLESS! Discover how one man's incredible journey led him from dangerous firefighting missions to the C-suite, and the SHOCKING secret behind his success that nobody saw coming. In this MUST-WATCH episode, Mike Peterson reveals the mind-blowing strategy that helped him transform f...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Titans of Transition, host Joe Miller sits down with David Brown, a former Navy SEAL, Federal Agent, and author of the memoir 'And Goliath.' They delve into David's fascinating career transitions and the concept of 'Pathological Persistence' that has driven him to overcome immense challenges and achieve remarkable success. The conversati...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the secrets to navigating career transitions from Sharon Belden Castonguay, the Executive Director of the Career Center at Wesleyan University, as she shares invaluable insights from her multifaceted career journey. Uncover the power of leveraging your unique strengths to stand out in any field while understanding the dynamic process of identity evolution. Sharon's p...

Send us Fan Mail Unlocking Worship Guitar Mastery: Insights From Leading Artists Join host Joe Miller in a must-watch episode of Titans of Transition as he dives into the world of worship guitar with some of his favorite worship guitar artists. This insightful discussion covers career transitions, discovering and using personal gifts, and achieving fulfillment in one's career and life.  In th...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Titans of Transition, host Joe engages Nicole Calhoun in a deep conversation about the intricacies of career development, self-discovery, and overcoming challenges in the professional landscape. Nicole shares her journey from being a software engineer to embracing roles in project management, IT,  risk management, and eventually finding her passion in speaking,...

Send us Fan Mail Knowing and leveraging your natural, innate strengths leads to greater success in work and life! Join Amy Bruske, the president of Kolbe Corp, and I as we discuss the importance of personal wiring for success. The interview provides insights into different personality assessment tools, with a focus on the Kolbe Index. Amy explains the distinct benefits of the Kolbe system and its...

Send us Fan Mail Revive Your Career: Building Trust and Strengthening Relationships at Work Feeling stuck or unappreciated at work? This video offers actionable advice on developing healthier relationships with your superiors to aid your career growth. Using an experience from Joe's own career, it explores the concept of the 'Emotional Bank Account', a model put forth by Stephen Cov...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the three secrets to success from Gabe Peterson, a true powerhouse in both his career and personal life. From conquering ultra races in the Alps on minimal sleep to reaching the pinnacle of his professional journey, Gabe reveals his winning approach. Join us as we delve into the world of individualism, self-control, and unlocking your true potential. Don't miss out o...

Send us Fan Mail Gabe Peterson, an accomplished ultra runner and a high-level IT leader, shares his journey in both worlds in this episode of Titans of Transition. Gabe constantly seeks out new challenges, whether it's running a 200-mile race or launching a major business project. Gabe's approach centers around setting lofty long-term goals and then breaking them down into manageable, bi...

Send us Fan Mail Ever dreamt of making a dramatic career shift? Our guest for today, Justin Chan, did exactly that! From a successful chemical engineer to a full-time worship guitarist and music teacher, Justin's journey is both inspiring and thought-provoking. Tune in as we delve into his unique career transition and how he fulfilled his childhood dream of becoming a rockstar. His experience...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what it's like to use the universal language of music to connect with audiences and transform strangers into friends? Accomplished pianist and composer, Kelsey Lee Cate, takes us on a journey, sharing her experience of utilizing music as a bridge to reach beyond borders and create a sense of community. Kelsey lets us into her world of classical training, her adven...