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Dan Can Book Review: How to Win Friends and Influence People and Its Impact on Leadership In this episode, host Dan Cantillana dives deep into one of the most influential books in his life: "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie. Drawing from his own personal journey and faith-driven leadership principles, Dan shares how this timeless classic transformed the way he vi...

The Power of Words: Promote Truth in Family, Career, and Community In today’s episode, “Dan Can - Promote Truth,” host Dan Cantillana dives into the importance of promoting truth intentionally in our families, workplaces, and communities. Rather than drifting toward comfort or compromise, Dan Cantillana unpacks how truth must be actively championed through what we speak and how we lead. Drawing on...

Don’t Wait to Break: Practical Steps for Lifelong Health with Dr. Cody Ellefsen Dr. Cody’s path began in the early ’90s when physical therapy was emerging as a promising profession. Initially considering this field, he was uncertain about his future plans. After high school, he spent a year working before serving a two-year mission for his church, the LDS Church, in Europe. Immersed in French and...

Young Golfer, Big Vision: How Tye Anderson Sets Goals and Stays Grounded On this episode of the DanCan Show, host Dan Cantillana sits down with Tye Anderson, the youngest guest ever featured on the podcast, for an inspiring deep-dive into setting big goals, overcoming setbacks, and keeping faith at the center of life's journey. From Spokane, Washington to the fairways of Weber State Universit...

Unlocking the Freedom of Generosity: Lessons from The Genius of Generosity by Chip Ingram In today’s episode, Dan Cantillana brings us an inspiring book review of The Genius of Generosity by Chip Ingram. Dive in as we explore how generosity extends far beyond money, touching your freedom, spirit, and everyday actions. Dan Cantillana unpacks three key ways to practice generosity—through finances, w...

Seahawks Super Bowl Journey: Leadership, Grit, and Teamwork on the Invested Life Welcome to a special edition of the DanCan Show, where the host celebrates the Seattle Seahawks’ thrilling Super Bowl victory in the 2025-26 season. Kicking off with the iconic "attitude reflects leadership, captain" line from Remember the Titans, the episode dives deep into the leadership moves and pivotal...

Learning from the Seahawks: Building Teams with Vision, Standards, and Community Investing in People: Leadership Lessons from the Marketplace and the Gospel - The Invested Life Dan Cantiana, host of the "Invested Life" podcast, is a passionate entrepreneur and marketplace leader devoted to exploring how eternal biblical principles shape everyday living. As a committed follower of Jesus C...

The Invested Life: Eternal Principles of Leadership from Faith to Marketplace Success https://youtu.be/URnkIi-6IBw In today’s episode, host  Dan Cantillana kicks off a new three-part series diving deep into the nature of leadership—through the lens of faith, business, and personal growth. You’ll hear why “you can’t lead where you haven’t gone,” and how character, private obedience, and daily disci...

https://www.amazon.com/Gradually-Then-Suddenly-Bigger-Lasting/dp/B0F25SW4C8 https://youtu.be/Ph85kS0N9gc "Gradually Then Suddenly": Faithfulness, Vision, and Legacy from Mark Batterson’s Inspiring Book Gradually Then Suddenly": by Mark Batterson https://www.amazon.com/Gradually-Then-Suddenly-Bigger-Lasting/dp/B0F25SW4C8 In today’s episode, host  Dan Cantillana dives deep into the po...

Blending Faith, Business, and Mentoring: Ryan Buzkirk’s Journey of Impact - The Invested Life Welcome to the DanCan Show! In today’s episode, host Dan Cantillana is joined by longtime friend and dedicated youth leader Ryan Buskirk, to dive deep into the heart of living an “invested life.” With over two decades of experience mentoring young people and building communities of faith, Ryan Buskirk sha...

Welcome to the DanCan Show! In this episode, host  Dan Cantillana dives deep into what rooftops and a famous quote from Mother Teresa have in common: the importance of loving those closest to you—whether that’s your family at home or the people you share your daily life with in the marketplace. Drawing on his personal experiences and faith journey,  Dan Cantillana explores practical ways to invest...

Eternal Principles for Business: Lessons from Business Secrets from the Bible -The Invested Life Welcome to the DanCan Show! In this episode, host Dan Cantiana dives deep into the true foundation of lasting success—not business, but relationships. Drawing wisdom from Rabbi Daniel Lapin’s “Business Secrets from the Bible,” Dan Cantiana explores why community, trust, and specialization matter more t...

Welcome to the DanCan Show! In this heartfelt episode, Dan Cantillana dives deep into the true meaning of generosity—beyond just financial giving. As the Christmas season approaches, Dan Cantillana invites listeners to reflect on the power of opening your life to others through genuine invitations and mentorship. Drawing from personal stories and timeless principles, he explores how investing in p...

Welcome to the DanCan Show! In this episode,  Dan Cantillana dives deep into the topic of goals—why New Year's resolutions often fall short and the real courage it takes to set and pursue meaningful objectives. Instead of chasing temporary success,  Dan Cantillana shares the importance of building a lasting foundation through vision, discipline, and daily habits. Drawing wisdom from faith, bu...

Welcome to the DanCan Show! In today’s episode, Dan Cantillana sits down with longtime friend and accomplished entrepreneur, Greg Holestin, to explore what it really means to build lasting success across multiple areas of life. Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to thrive in corporate America, launch a small business, and become a successful real estate investor—all while staying true to your...

Dan Can’s Top Tips for Building a Referral System Welcome to another episode of the DanCan Show, where  Dan Cantillana dives deep into the heart of business growth and personal development. In this episode,  Dan Cantillana brings a high-energy review of "The Referral Engine" by John Jantsch—a book that promises to transform the way you generate leads and build lasting business success. W...

Creating Community and Connection: AJ’s Flamingo Fridays, Faith, and Favor Welcome to the DanCan Show! In this episode, host Dan Cantiana sits down with AJ, a real estate wholesaler who’s navigated a remarkable career transition and built a personal brand that’s as unforgettable as it is quirky—think "The Flamingo Guy" of Spokane.  Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_5H1XBafkQY Together,...

Break Free from Distraction: Three Practical Strategies for a More Focused and Abundant Life Welcome back to the DanCan Show! In this episode, Dan Cantiana invites listeners to examine the impact of distraction, tiredness, and dryness—both in life and spirit—and shares his personal journey to rediscovering hope and vitality. Drawing from recent weeks of travel and life transitions, Dan Cantiana ex...

Marketplace Mentorship: How Purpose and Guidance Shape Lasting Success On this episode of the DanCan Show, host Dan Cantillana welcomes long-time friend and accomplished entrepreneur Tyler Pigott. Together, they dive into the intersection of faith, business, and personal growth, exploring how to build a life and business with lasting purpose.  Tyler Pigott shares his journey from the highs and low...

On this episode of the DanCan Show, host Dan Cantillana welcomes Kyle Jordan—the self-proclaimed “GOAT of accounting and opportunity”—to share his inspiring journey from mowing lawns in college to leading a thriving CPA firm in Spokane. Together, they explore the power of showing up, building character, and betting on yourself, weaving in faith, business lessons, and personal growth. You’ll hear h...

Why Clarity Creates Confidence: Faith, Leadership, and Routine for Results Welcome to the DanCan Show! In this episode, host Dan Cantillana dives deep into the foundational keys of success—clarity, focus, and the power of daily routines. Whether you’re chasing goals in business, fitness, or personal growth, Dan shares his own journey and actionable strategies to help you become so focused that you...

Mentorship, Networking, and God’s Plan in the Workplace with Bob Beaudine - The Value Of Others Welcome to another inspiring episode of the DanCan Show! Today, host Dan Cantillana sits down with Bob Beaudine, renowned author of the bestsellers The Power of Who and Two Chairs, as well as the CEO of a leading executive search firm. In this powerful conversation, Dan shares how Bob's writing pro...

Welcome to the DanCan Show! In today's episode, host Dan Cantillana dives deep into the intersection of faith, business, and personal growth, sharing 20 years of hard-earned wisdom to help you build lasting financial success. This episode is all about the book "Profit First" by Mike Michalowicz—a game-changing guide for entrepreneurs and anyone who wants to run their life like a bus...

Welcome to the DanCan Show! In this special mailbag episode of the Invested Life Podcast, host Dan Cantillana tackles some of the most pressing questions from listeners about personal growth, business, and family. From moving beyond being an employee to becoming a business owner, to teaching kids about business and life principles, Dan shares his signature practical wisdom and real-life stories—in...

Welcome to another episode of the Invested Life podcast with your host, Dan Can. In today’s episode, Dan dives deep into the structure of success—not just in business, but in daily life. He shares personal victories, like finally reaching a weight-loss goal after a decade-long journey, and breaks down the intentional routines that set his days up for wins. You’ll hear practical tips on building po...