CXO Circle: Recent Episodes
Josh Tan
The CXO Circle Is a pioneering podcast bridging professional, personal, and spiritual growth. Leaders go through intense journeys to achieve success. CXO Circle illuminates the hidden gems of their journey. By sharing this with other leaders, we inspire and elevate businesses.Tune in to learn valuable business skills and personal experiences that will grow your business and leadership.
Brian is here to share his transformative insights and strategies for helping individuals tap into their power and potential, aligning with who they truly are to access abundant universal resources. Through intensive one-on-one coaching and group capacities, Brian empowers individuals to create a ripple effect of impact in their lives and the world around them.
In this episode, you'll discover Brian's unique approach to alleviating shame and blame, offering solutions to make help accessible to all. He begins by guiding us through a simple exercise of creating two lists: one for things that energize and excite us, and another for things that make us feel defeated and depleted. Brian emphasizes the importance of becoming aware of the people, places, sources of information, and environments that influence our emotions, as many of us often spend more time on the negative side of our lists, hindering our personal growth.
[00:00:47] Trash from past blocks growth. Clear it.
[00:03:18] Recognize and accept past, push through, raise awareness.
[00:07:52] Shame, retreat, and identifying sources of trauma.
[00:09:56] Constant evolution, triggers, emotions, growth, congruence.
[00:13:32] Changed patterns, deep work saved relationships.
[00:17:06] Objective, nonjudgmental perspective seeking for personal growth.
[00:21:19] Organization crash: Overcoming shame leads to growth.
[00:26:26] Top-down alignment crucial for organizational success.
[00:31:09] Transformation story from trauma to vulnerability.
[00:36:59] Create two lists: positive and negative. Identify what energizes and drains you. Invest 5 minutes a day in yourself.
[00:39:52] Surrendering and stopping fighting brings authentic living.
[00:43:30] Listen, support, engage, follow, impact, learn.
In this episode of CXO Circle, host Josh Tan sits down with Leya Ogihara to discuss personal growth and leadership development. Leya reflects on her journey towards self-actualization and how one can integrate mindfulness and spirituality into their personal and professional lives. She shares her eight guidelines for personal growth and leadership development, which involves being aware of one's thoughts, speech, actions and choosing the right livelihood.
Key Timestamps:
02:05 - Leya's pursuit and journey towards self-actualization.
03:32 - The significance of self-awareness and mindfulness in Leya's life.
06:02 - Leya's eight key steps towards personal development and leadership growth.
11:05 - The power of mindfulness and its role in Leya's leadership approach.
14:03 - Leya's exploration into EMDR therapy and its impact on her PTSD.
18:03 - Leya underlines the necessity of spiritual wellness for mind-body-soul unity.
22:05 - Leya's insights on tapping into one's true nature beyond thought identity.
24:02 - Leya's perspective on interweaving spirituality in both personal and professional spheres.
The episode covers a wide range of topics, from personal growth and leadership development to mindfulness and spirituality. Leya shares her personal journey towards self-actualization and how she integrates mindfulness into her daily practices. She emphasizes the importance of being aware of one's thoughts, speech, actions, and how choosing the right livelihood can lead to growth and development.
Leya also shares her eight guidelines for personal growth and leadership development, which includes having an understanding of the world, training oneself to have productive thoughts, using the right speech, practicing correct actions, choosing the right livelihood, using the right effort, practicing the right concentration, and using meditation as a tool for self-reflection.
The episode also touches on the benefits of eye movement desensitization therapy (EMDR) in addressing complex PTSD. Leya emphasizes the importance of nurturing the spirit and integrating the mind, body, and soul through practices such as daily yoga, meditation, and exercise.
Listeners can learn more about Leya's journey towards self-actualization and her eight guidelines for personal growth and leadership development by visiting the CXO Circle website or by subscribing to the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts.
Overall, this episode of CXO Circle provides listeners with valuable insights into personal growth and leadership development, as well as practical tips on how to integrate mindfulness and spirituality into their daily practices. Listeners are encouraged to subscribe to the CXO Circle podcast to stay up to date with future episodes and continue learning from industry experts like Leya Ogihara.
The CXO Circle Podcast with host Josh Tan brings you inspiring stories of successful entrepreneurs, business owners, and thought leaders. In this episode, Josh is joined by Tricia Brouk, a former dancer, choreographer, and award-winning director turned communication and presentation mentor. Tricia shares her experiences on how to coexist with fear and turn it into energy for success. She also emphasizes the importance of preparation, being open, and transitioning from unconscious competence to conscious competence.
Key Timestamps:
00:45 - Tricia Brouk’s journey in performing arts
08:45 - Addressing the fear of public speaking and the focus shift towards serving the audience
12:43 - Personal anecdotes: Moving to a new apartment and embracing change
19:35 - Spiritual influence: Tricia's exploration into Buddhism and its impact on her life and business 24:57 - Preparing for a presentation: Emphasizing pre-production work and preparation for unexpected difficulties
32:32 - Fear vs. success: Tricia's story of stage transformation
37:38 - Nurturing a positive mindset: A "game" with the universe for gratitude and manifestation
44:20 - The power of vulnerability
Tricia Brouk had many great insights on how to coexist with fear, especially when it comes to public speaking and presentations. Preparation, openness, and shifting the focus from oneself to helping the audience can all help alleviate the fear of judgment.
If you enjoyed this episode of the CXO Circle Podcast, make sure to subscribe on your preferred platform. You can also visit the CXO Circle website to find more information on the podcast and additional resources.
Thank you for listening to the CXO Circle, and we hope to see you next time!
Welcome to the CXO Circle, where we explore key leadership and career topics. In this episode, Josh Tan speaks with Nihal Ahmed about self-discovery, embracing our inner child, and building valuable currencies. Throughout the episode, Nihal shares personal stories and experiences as well as insights from their work in self-discovery and leadership development. They provide thought-provoking questions and practical tips for listeners to start their own self-discovery journey and find their purpose.
Timestamps:
01:45 Nihal on finding purpose: Exploring driving forces and passions from a young age
03:30 The power of surrender: Spirituality as a pathway to something greater
06:55 Mentorship and currencies: Building value through unique skills and access
10:10 Embracing the inner child: The power of vulnerability and emotional expression
16:05 Real relationships: Navigating authenticity and setting boundaries
20:25 Breaking societal rules: Unleashing creativity by exploring different aspects of personality
25:55 Embracing silence and solitude: The role of simple rituals in creativity and self-discovery
29:40 Vulnerability in relationships: Inviting our childlike self to play more often
33:05 The journey to self-discovery: Probing questions for better understanding oneself
Listeners can learn more about Nihal's work and the resources they mentioned on their website, https://nihalahmed.com/
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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the CXO Circle. We hope you gained valuable insights and inspiration on your own leadership and career journey.
Welcome to the CXO Circle podcast. In this episode, host Josh Tan is joined by guest Cami Groves, who shares her insight on the importance of being aware of one's own programming and living a life that aligns with who you really are as a person.
Key Topics and Timestamps:
02:05 Cami's personal journey: Moving from California to the Midwest and experiencing isolation
04:55 The book "Illusions" by Richard Bach: A beacon in her self-discovery
06:25 Becoming an observer of your thoughts: How our brain conserves energy and the importance of gamification
09:30 The necessity of self-love: Discussing love in times of the pandemic
11:50 Agency and control: Navigating the important versus the unimportant
16:05 Accountability and failure: Why excuses don't serve you
19:20 Facing negativity: Stepping back and becoming the observer
23:30 Shifting perspectives: From scarcity to abundance
28:40 Guest Speaker: Introduction to "100 Days of Creative High Growth" program
32:35 The role of art and play in therapy: Quieting the inner critic and harnessing the unconscious mind
If you enjoyed this podcast, make sure to subscribe to the CXO Circle podcast to catch more insightful episodes like this one. You can also find Cami Groves on LinkedIn.
Resources Mentioned:
- "Illusions" by Richard Bach
Thank you for listening to the CXO Circle podcast.
On this episode of CXO Circle, host Josh Tan interviewed Terri Trespicio, a writer, speaker, and coach who helps people find their voice and create meaningful content. In this insightful conversation, Trespicio shared her story of self-discovery, personal growth, and finding one's passion. She discussed the power of spiritual practice, the importance of self-reflection, and the value of recognizing one's agency and sovereignty. Trespicio also explained the Gateless Method, a writing technique that removes judgment and criticism from the creative process.This episode is an inspiring and engaging conversation between two thought leaders in their fields.
Key Topics and Timestamps:
01:18 Terri Trespicio’s upbringing and journey to self-discovery
04:20 Uncle Bob and unconventional paths
05:30 Recognizing that marriage and children were not for her
08:50 The power of spiritual practice
10:30 Rejecting labels and being a puzzle piece
13:20 Finding passion and types of jobs
16:50 Working as an entrepreneur and finding the life you want
18:30 The pressures of success and the power of passion
22:15 Detoxing from swallowed half-truths
26:00 Gateless Method and removing judgment from writing
30:50 Recognizing agency and sovereignty
Resources Mentioned:
Gateless Writing Method: https://gateless.com
Connect with Terri Trespicio
Website: territrespicio.com
Opt-in page: territrespicio.com/getit
Twitter @TerriT: https://twitter.com/territ
FB (public): https://www.facebook.com/TerriTrespicio/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/territrespicio/
Instagram @ttrespicio https://www.instagram.com/ttrespicio/
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In this episode Josh Tan sits down with Mira Megs Lathorp, an esoteric business coach that bridges the world of esoteric wisdom and financial management and is the founder of Finanseer, where she co-creates the next Sacred Financial Paradigm. Mira brings a mindful perspective to the world of finances and shows us how to unlock our true financial potential by doing work with our “inner managers.” We explore what it means to manage our inner team as a way to honor ourselves and integrate our business practices.
About Mira:
Mira bridges esoteric wisdom with our modern day financial and economic systems and platforms. She has coached over 10,000 entrepreneurs, impact investors, philanthropists, innovators, conscious leaders and visionaries, creating breakthroughs inside of Fortune 100 Banks, brokerage firms, nonprofits and impact leaders around the globe. Currently, she trains CEO's, business & transformational leaders, financial advisors, coaches and facilitators to expand to their next level of impact, resulting in them fully stepping into their dharma while simultaneously in full alignment with the resources and incoming financial flow that is theirs to claim.
Connect further with Mira:
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/miramegslathrop
Website: www.Finanseer.com
Visit the CXO Circle website: https://www.cxocircle.net/
If you would like to connect with your host, Josh Tan:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/world-class-consulting/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshtan5d
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If you would like to contact the host: josh@joshtan.net
In this episode, Josh Tan sits down with author, leadership trainer, and founder of "You Evolving Now," Andre Young. We kick it off by talking about the importance of the company you keep, keeping the ego in check, and how to modify your community and personal circle to best work with you. Andre brings up feeling lonely on this path and also gives advice as it pertains to personal leadership and how to fulfill not only your dreams, but the dreams of those on this journey with you. We touch on the spiritual influences in Andre's work and how it made him the powerhouse of a leader he is today. This episode is so jam-packed with golden nuggets of wisdom, leadership, and spirituality. You're going to want to relisten, guaranteed.
About Andre:
Andre Young is a professional speaker, author, leadership trainer, and Founder of You Evolving Now, LLC. He worked as a Mental Health Therapist for 19 years, played sports at every level from high school to professional, has been an employee, a business owner and self-employed, and has written 4 books focused on enhancing Leadership & Work/Life Harmony. As Founder of You Evolving Now, it's his mission to enhance Leadership and Work/Life Harmony for organizations, leaders, employees, and teams; allowing a professional and personal evolution!
Check out Andre’s latest work:
Book: 7 Ways to Lead:https://www.amazon.com/Ways-Lead-Professionally-Personally-Leadership/dp/1631950916/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=9781631950919&qid=1586201628&sr=8-1
Speaking Engagements/Trainings: https://youevolvingnow.com/andreyoungsleadershiptrainings/
MasterClass:https://learn.elevate.ac/courses/andre-young?ref=ba3aa9
In this episode, Josh sits with Terri Maxwell, the CEO and president of Share on Purpose, Inc. Terri shares the three phases of building a conscious business and provides insight on how to generate authentic demand for your business. She also illuminates the connection between the soul’s desire and evolving your business.
About Terri:
Terri’s gift is growing business and she’s on a mission to change the way business is done through conscious entrepreneurship. She is an inspirational speaker and author of Succeed On Purpose, and The New World of Work (with the 2nd edition coming out this summer). Her purpose is to inspire potential, which she fulfills through her portfolio of companies, Share On Purpose, Inc.
Connect further with Terri:
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/terri.f.maxwell
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SucceedOnPurpose
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShareOnPurpose
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrifmaxwell/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrimaxwell/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/terri_maxwell
Visit the CXO Circle website: https://www.cxocircle.net/
If you would like to connect with your host, Josh Tan:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/world-class-consulting/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshtan5d
Website: https://www.joshtan.net/?fbclid=IwAR05QTcI2Z0SVA-O3n5rU6iaNQeFyOH0dAbnniCK-xG6TGhtAnzOW8Gk_EY
If you would like to contact the host: josh@joshtan.net
In this episode, Josh Tan and Marc Cordon sit down with New York City-based serial entrepreneur, technologist and mentor, John DeWees. We learn tips for becoming an entrepreneur and how to build fruitful relationships and share your vision as a leader through a foundation of building trust. John also gives advice as it pertains to building a healthy and strong brand both professionally and personally. This episode is bound to give you a new perspective on trust and leadership.
About John DeWees:
John DeWees is a New York City-based serial entrepreneur, technologist, and mentor. He co-developed the Hookless Shower curtain and is the inventor of the ARC® curved shower bar. He led his team to bring the Hookless Shower Curtain from zero to market penetration of over 60% of branded hotel chains in the US with the product now seen in 5+ million US and international hotel rooms. John’s commitment to evolving business focuses on building trust in relationships with his process The Trust Creation™.
Connect further with John:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-dewees/
Visit the CXO Circle website: https://www.cxocircle.net/
If you would like to connect with your host, Josh Tan:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/world-class-consulting/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshtan5d
Website: https://www.joshtan.net/?fbclid=IwAR05QTcI2Z0SVA-O3n5rU6iaNQeFyOH0dAbnniCK-xG6TGhtAnzOW8Gk_EY
If you would like to contact the host: josh@joshtan.net
If you would like to connect with your host, Marc Cordon:
Website: https://expertisereimagined.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/thejoyrev
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thejoyrev
Facebook: https://facebook.com/thejoyrev
In this episode, Davidson Hang sits down with Director of Sales at Orum, Daisy Chung. Daisy's personal story inspires us about the power of going against the grain and family expectations. We talk about growing into your career, excelling at sales, and how to ride momentum. Daisy also gives advice as it pertains to following up and connecting with high ticket sales prospects. This episode is light, fun, and encouraging.
About Daisy:
Daisy Chung is a Director of Sales at Orum with nearly 8 years of experience where she has closed millions of dollars of sales, won multiple awards and was ranked employee #7. She has a growing YouTube channel focused on sales best practices and is passionate in helping others accelerate their sales career.
Connect further with Daisy:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf_Mi0sRHHZboZjB0Kv1R3A/featured
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/narutoprincess/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daisychung13/
In this episode, Josh Tan sits down with digital marketing guru Aimee Montgomery. We learn about grasping the theoretical frameworks of digital marketing psychology to effectively use marketing strategies and tactics. Aimee gives advice as it pertains to high-value, low-cost strategies that are easy to implement. Additionally, Aimee shares her personal and spiritual practices that have contributed to her success. This episode makes SEO strategies and chatbots cool again!
About Aimee:
Aimee Montgomery is a Digital Marketer, Fractional CMO, and Strategic Intervention Coach helping coaches and consultants increase their impact on the world. To listen to her #5 ranked podcast and to book a call go to Aimee’s website https://aimeemontgomery.com
Connect further with Aimee:
https://facebook.com/aimeemontgomeryonline
https://youtube.com/aimeemontgomeryonline
https://youtube.com/aimeemontgomerydigitalmarketingagency
https://tiktok.com/aimee_montgomery
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aimeemmontgomery/
Visit the CXO Circle website: https://www.cxocircle.net/
If you would like to connect with your host, Josh Tan:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/world-class-consulting/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshtan5d
Website: https://www.joshtan.net/?fbclid=IwAR05QTcI2Z0SVA-O3n5rU6iaNQeFyOH0dAbnniCK-xG6TGhtAnzOW8Gk_EY
If you would like to contact the host: josh@joshtan.net