Impossible Is Nothing is a mindset and a lifestyle. The Impossible Is Nothing Podcast is a hip, fun, upbeat and uplifting experience that was created to help you improve your life and transform the lives of 1,000,000 people around the world. On this show we provide you with information, strategies, techniques, tools and execution game plans utilized by the highest achieving people and experts from around the world in the fields of peak performance, influence, business, neuroscience, positive psychology, human potential, productivity, personal energy, human physiology and health, relationships, and spirituality. This expert advice and information will be combined with stories from everyday people who have achieved what some said was impossible. The Impossible Is Nothing Podcast will help you enrich these important areas of your life: Finances Business and Career Free Time/Recreation Health/Fitness/Appearance Relationships Personal Development/Lifestyle/Quality of Life; and Contribution/Service/Destiny/Legacy
We know that Impossible is Nothing. We also know people can accomplish more – much more- than they think they can. The first key to achieving more knowing the key success factors used by the highest performers on the planet. Each week we introduce you to the world’s highest performers and everyday people that have actually achieved the impossible. Our guests share their experiences and what they do day-to-day to live life to the fullest. We also share the tools, apps, techniques, strategies, exercises, recipes and everything else you need to turn your big dreams into extraordinary realities. As a bonus, the show will motivate and inspire you to take action to implement everything we share with you to turn your dreams into realties
Paul McManus is the co-founder of More Clients | More Fun, and helps coaches and consultants get more clients through LinkedIn. Today, Paul teaches us how powerful LinkedIn really is and that it is more than just an online resume website. LinkedIn can be used as a powerful marketing tool to attract the right clients and with over 400 million people using the service you literally have access to your target market at the touch of a button.
Key Takeaways:
[3:00] How did Paul get started?
[5:30] LinkedIn is often used as an online resume, but there's so much more you can do with it.
[6:10] LinkedIn is actually a goldmine.
[7:50] What sort of key items should you put in your LinkedIn profile?
[8:40] Who do you want to attract to your LinkedIn profile?
[11:25] How can you strategically use LinkedIn to connect with people you don't know?
[15:00] Paul is very specific on who he wants to attract through his LinkedIn profile.
[18:00] It's harder to build relationships with people you don't know on Facebook vs. LinkedIn.
[20:35] How do you engage with people on LinkedIn?
[23:45] Paul explains what 'Pulse' is.
[26:35] Do you have to spend a lot of time on LinkedIn in order to be successful on it?
[28:45] Paul recommends that most people should just stick to the free LinkedIn account.
[33:50] How can you connect with influencers in your industry on LinkedIn?
[38:25] Don't rely on celebrities in your industry to help you. There are other options.
[41:20] What kind of challenges do people have when using LinkedIn?
[44:45] Feel free to connect with Paul on LinkedIn.
[46:25] Rick learned a ton today. His LinkedIn account is currently collecting dust.
Mentioned in This Episode:
https://www.moreclientsmorefun.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulgmcmanus
http://www.bookyourselfsolid.com/
Suzette Mariel is an award-winning media presence expert and has worked with an impressive amount of actors, athletes, and extraordinary people in her television and video career. She helps professionals get ready for the media and teaches them the do's and don'ts of appearing on TV. Listen to Suzette's amazing story, and dive in to get some great tips on how to successfully pitch a producer and more.
Key Takeaways:
[4:15] How does someone get on TV?
[6:05] There's really 8 key ways to pitch to a producer. Suzette presents a brief overview on them.
[6:45] Suzette has been in the media for almost 20 years.
[8:05] Suzette got into a really bad car accident and it took her over a year of rehab to recover.
[9:20] Suzette found out she couldn't make a comeback after that accident.
[10:10] Keep going and keep finding what works until you hit the nail on the head.
[11:25] After Suzette’s car accident, she was trying to figure out how to continue her dream, but redirect it in a different way.
[12:10] How can people take their game to another level using the media?
[13:40] You have to tell your own story, because that's how others will connect with you.
[16:15] How can people pitch their personal story to producers?
[17:05] Find the proper angle about your story that's relevant to the host.
[18:25] Do your research and make sure your message aligns with the audience.
[20:10] The opportunities are there.
[22:50] “What happens if they don't like me?”
[23:25] Focus on the positive. The positive far outweighs the negative in our lives.
[26:25] Ask for feedback from others.
[29:50] If something doesn't work out, don't look at it as failure, look at it as growth.
[31:40] Don't call a producer, they're usually on the phone. Send them a tweet, email, or even a letter.
[38:50] Don't ever stop short!
[41:25] Connect with Suzette on Twitter!
Mentioned in This Episode:
http://www.suzettemariel.com/
http://www.suzettemariel.com/gifts/
https://twitter.com/suzettemariel?lang=en
Rob Dial is the co-host of the MWF Motivation podcast with Dean DeVeries. Rob Dial runs a motivational podcast every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday that lasts between 10-20 minutes. His goal is to help others realize their true potential and give them a jolt of motivation to succeed during their daily commute. Listen to Rob's story and timeless advice in today's show.
Key Takeaways:
[2:10] Who is Rob Dial?
[4:20] How can people wake up and realize their true potential?
[8:35] Successful people meditate early in the morning.
[10:00] Do you have a bad past? That should never define your future.
[11:05] You can be the victim or the victor.
[14:15] Rob talks about the Maximum Achievement book by Brian Tracy.
[18:00] Would you talk to others the way you talk to yourself in your mind?
[18:20] We should treat ourselves the way we treat others.
[19:20] Have a morning ritual.
[24:25] By looking at social media first thing in the morning, you'll be influenced by someone else's agenda.
[27:15] Spend at least 15-30 mins a day reading.
[31:15] Rob talks about networking and building better connections with others.
[36:55] Rob has received over 100,000 downloads on his podcast.
[38:40] Download Rob's free e-book!
Mentioned in This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/
http://www.mwfmotivation.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkziAM_ZyDM
Maximum Achievement by Brian Tracy
After being molested for several years, Lisa Van Ahn tried to commit suicide when she was a child. Now at 40 years old, she inspires and makes a positive difference in the world. Lisa is an accomplished athlete and kickboxing fighter who has fought on an international level. Listen shares with us how she overcame her difficult childhood struggles and how she empowers women to follow their dreams today.
Key Takeaways:
[3:40] Who is Lisa?
[6:40] When you've been victimized by others, how do you overcome that?
[8:20] You still have a choice. You always have a choice to change your perception and mentality.
[11:10] How does this revelation or mental shift really happen?
[13:40] Lisa's journey from being abused as a child to where she is now is absolutely amazing.
[16:00] Knowing you have a choice takes you to another level.
[19:20] Lisa used kickboxing to heal.
[20:55] Despite being a professional fighter, Lisa does have a soft side.
[24:30] How does Lisa help others?
[30:40] Women should stop apologizing for their abilities and strengths.
[34:45] If you just focus on your flaws, your flaws will get bigger.
[38:05] Lisa does have tough days and she isn't always positive, positive, positive!
[43:20] For those in the self-development field, Lisa believes it's important to be aware of the suffering in the world.
[46:25] Let your personal mantra be, 'I choose and I am free'.
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/
http://iaminitiative.com/
https://endcrowd.kindful.com/creative-liberation-2015/lisa-van-ahn
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCNtRfuEvfoLGXoQPLb8zlw
Forrest Willett was in a traumatic car accident in 2002, which left him with a catastrophic brain injury. His inability to work and perform basic tasks threw him into a bout of depression, but when he saw Jack Canfield on TV, he knew his life had more meaning. Fast forward to today, Forrest is the author of the #1 bestseller Baseballs Don't Bounce, a speaker, and a coach. He shares a powerful message to anyone who is struggling to love themselves day after day.
Key Takeaways:
[3:45] Who is Forrest?
[6:45] After Forrest's car accident, he felt hopeless.
[8:00] Forrest went through 14 different surgeries.
[9:50] Jack Canfield's message transformed Forrest's life.
[14:25] Learn to be happy in the moment.
[17:10] Instead of chasing for meaningful experiences, we try to fulfil with material possessions.
[19:40] There are opportunities everywhere, but you have to be open to receiving them.
[20:55] When Forrest was recovering from his accident, he volunteered at a retirement home.
[22:50] Check out Forrest's book on Amazon.
Mentioned in This Episode:
http://www.forrestwillett.com/
http://jackcanfield.com/
Baseballs Don't Bounce by Forrest Willett
Keith Miller is the co-owner with his wife, at Pampered Pooch Playground – a daycare for dogs. He has been in business for almost eight years, having moved from the radio industry into the doggie daycare business. Today, Keith shares his insight on some key points that new owners should be aware of to make their business a success. For example, you have to surround yourself with people you trust in order to really succeed, because the DIY method only works up to a certain point.
Key Takeaways:
[2:40] Rick introduces Keith.
[4:10] Keith used to be in the radio business.
[5:00] How did Keith get into the doggie daycare business?
[7:05] Play on your own strengths.
[7:50] Surround yourself with people you know and trust.
[8:45] Recognize when you need help.
[12:55] What other services does Keith and his wife provide?
[14:45] Providing great customer service is difficult.
[16:45] 75% of people who have a job aren't engaged in it.
[19:35] 'You do it because I pay you to' is an outdated business model.
[20:35] How does Keith and his wife successfully operate the business?
[22:25] Find a business you like and use it as a model.
[22:40] Research, research, research!
[24:35] Leaving your job cold-turkey is scary, so save a little bit of money beforehand.
[26:40] You can do this!
[26:55] Consider creating an online store instead of an on-the-ground business.
Mentioned in This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/
https://pamperedpoochplayground.com
Amy Port is the co-founder of Heroic Public Speaking with her partner and husband Michael Port. She has assisted the Speech faculty at Yale Drama and has over 15 years of experience mentoring teachers and speakers. Amy explains to Rick the foundational steps to good storytelling and shares the basics on how to be a good public speaker.
Key Takeaways:
[3:05] Who is Amy Port?
[4:00] Performing? Isn't that for actors?
[7:45] Do you see yourself as a victim of circumstance?
[11:05] Think of public speaking as a dialog.
[17:20] Amy shares the framework on how to tell inspiring stories.
[22:05] Amy explains how you can refine your story to improve your core message.
[24:20] When Amy retired as an actress, she didn't think her skills were transferable to other careers.
[28:10] Standing in front of an audience is courageous.
[30:45] Amy and her team will be hosting a live event on February 15th.
[34:40] Do you think you don't have anything to say? You're wrong!
[38:15] Attend Amy's event and you will see how it can change the way you think, work, and live.
Mentioned in This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/
http://heroicpublicspeaking.com/
Pavel Verbnyak is a keynote motivational speaker, success expert, and author of two books on the subjects of personal and professional development. Pavel's latest book is titled Success by Your Own. This book is currently written in Pavel's native language, Russian, but he is hoping to have an English version out in the future. Pavel sits down with Rick and talks on how anyone, no matter their background, can achieve success.
Key Takeaways:
[3:00] Pavel shares a little bit about himself.
[7:25] How did Pavel change his mind set on being successful?
[10:20] What were Pavel's first thoughts when he came to the United States?
[14:05] Rick talks on how he met Pavel and his first impressions of him.
[18:10] Pavel talks about his latest book.
[21:35] Schools do not teach this kind of knowledge. You have to learn it on your own or from other people.
[23:25] Take responsibility for the life you live. You'll be happier because of it.
[24:00] Don't have time to listen to audio tapes? That's an excuse.
[28:30] What kind of person do you need to become to live the life of your dreams?
[30:55] Today is your day. Set your intentions today, not tomorrow.
[31:45] What do successful people think about?
[35:35] Anyone can apply the knowledge they've learned in this episode. You don't have to be 'young' or 'rich'.
[38:40] When you stay committed to your dream, there are no limits.
[40:50] No matter your geographical location, you can achieve success.
[44:10] Pavel talks on how Rick has inspired him.
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/verbnyak
Tresa Leftenant is a financial planner committed to helping women free themselves from stagnation and bad relationships with money. She is the author of Reinventing Her: Helping Women Plan, Pursue, and Capitalize Their Next Chapter and is passionate about empowering women to “get going” toward living the life of their dreams. On today's show, Tresa talks on how you can make small changes in your life right now and how to overcome bad habits.
Key Takeaways:
[2:35] Who is Tresa?
[8:55] How does Tresa help people get clear on what they want?
[10:55] Don't know what you want? Tresa believes that's an excuse.
[13:35] Take small steps to get the courage and confidence to take bigger steps.
[16:35] Take the challenge and try to break just one habit.
[19:15] Have confidence in yourself. Believe in yourself.
[23:25] Tresa talks about our relationship with money.
[27:45] We're trying to support a lifestyle we can't afford.
[33:45] Men often take too much risk and women often take too little risk.
[38:00] What are the land mines around money that you have with your partner?
[41:05] When you keep an open mind, new and exciting opportunities show up for you.
[42:30] Look out for Tresa's webinar coming out January 7th on the topic of confidence.
Mentioned in This Episode:
http://www.reinventingher.com/
Reinventing Her: Helping Women Plan, Pursue, and Capitalize Their Next Chapter, by Tresa Leftenant
Kimanzi Constable was $180,000 in debt and worded in an industry he wasn't passionate about. He decided he had enough and managed to self-publish two books that have both sold over 100,000 copies. Kimanzi talks on how he was able to achieve financial independence and shares advice to benefit those who would like to follow in his footsteps.
Key Takeaways:
[3:10] Who is Kimanzi?
[9:50] How did he have the courage to get into unknown territory?
[12:45] What do you need? An audience!
[16:00] Focus on being a real person and sharing your life experiences.
[17:35] Everything you need is out there for free.
[20:35] How can you get your work published by big publications?
[24:45] How did Kimanzi get started in consulting work?
[27:35] Build up your resume.
[29:00] There's no magic formula or secret to success. Just do the hard work.
[31:40] Kimanzi will have a new program coming out in January.
[34:50] Check out Kimanzi's blog for more great info.
Mentioned in This Episode:
http://kimanziconstable.com/
48 Days to the Work You Love, by Dan Miller
Asa Leveaux had three businesses by the age of 22, but ended up losing all three shortly after he started them. He is now the founder of the Genius Academy and talks to Rick about his failures and why it's so important to keep going despite being knocked down. Asa also talks on his experience serving the military and the valuable lessons he has learned from his service.
Key Takeaways:
[2:45] Who is Asa?
[5:45] What was it like serving in the military?
[9:20] Asa talks about starting his first business.
[10:35] Asa had three businesses by the age of 22.
[14:50] The success of a business is determined by what happens when you leave it.
[18:00] Asa found a coach to help him hone his skills.
[21:00] There's only so much you can learn from YouTube videos and articles.
[22:00] Asa talks about the Genius Academy.
[27:45] Entrepreneurship is about serving others.
[30:00] Asa talks about his new book, I Am Man Enough, which is out right now.
[31:40] Follow Asa on http://www.geniusacademy.co/
Mentioned in This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/
http://www.geniusacademy.co/
I Am Man Enough by Asa Leveaux
Text the word 'Genius' to 38470 to subscribe to Asa.
Cindy Ertman has been acknowledged three years in a row as one of the most influential mortgage executives in the United States by Mortgage Executive Magazine. In late 2014, Cindy launched The Defining Difference, a success-based coaching and training company committed to training people on Choice Mastery. Cindy talks on how you can rewrite your own story, get started on a new career path, and redefine your purpose in life.
Key Takeaways:
[3:45] Who is Cindy?
[6:10] Cindy is one of the most influential mortgage executives in the US.
[9:35] Don't be afraid to do something new.
[9:55] How can you rewrite your own story?
[15:55] Everybody is trying to sell something and sometimes it's not easy to change paths.
[19:20] Time management is often the hardest thing to achieve.
[20:35] Get a strong support system or a coach to help take your life to the next level.
[21:00] How can you start your transformation?
[26:00] How do you find your drive?
[30:15] It's hard to get out of your comfort zone.
[35:40] Who are your energy drainers?
[41:25] You have the ability to change how you respond to bad/good outcomes.
[46:20] End relationships that are not serving you, to create space for better relationships that will.
[50:25] Look out for Cindy's online course that will help guide you through what she and Rick talked about today in more detail.
Mentioned in This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/
Ian Altman is a Forbes contributor, author, and keynote speaker. Ian travels all over to help business executives and CEOs improve on selling their products and services. Ian shares with the audience on how they can sell without it being sleazy or uncomfortable for prospective buyers. The key to a good selling strategy is to understand whether you and your potential buyers are a good fit. As Ian said in the interview, “Effective sales, is about getting to the truth as quickly as possible.”
Key Takeaways:
[03:30] Who is Ian?
[07:10] Effective sales, is about getting to the truth as quickly as possible.
[07:50] Ian runs through a scenario with the listeners.
[12:15] Customers want to know what problem a product solves and why they need it.
[15:55] It's so easy to focus on one issue, but it's important to ask more expansive questions before you dive into solving a problem.
[18:45] Executives make decisions based on which problems a product solves, why they need it, and its outcome.
[22:30] Understand which problems you're really good at solving.
[27:35] Ian shares an example to demonstrate how to sell the right way.
[32:05] How can we deal with rejection?
[37:15] How do I come up with a price?
[42:15] Don't get into the scarcity mindset when it comes to pricing.
[47:25] Go into meetings to see if you’re a right fit. Have a conversation, not a sales call.
[51:35] Ian talks about NFTE.
[53:35] Shift your mindset because that's where it all starts.
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/
http://www.growmyrevenue.com/
https://twitter.com/GrowMyRevenue
https://www.nfte.com/
Jordan Harbinger is the host of The Art of Charm podcast. He has been podcasting for the past nine years and has become one of the top ‘go-to’ personal development podcasts. Jordan talks on the power of networking, and what others are able to achieve just by who they know in their networking circle. He strongly suggests building your network before developing your business venture, because your network will naturally help you open the doors that you need.
Key Takeaways:
[03:30] Who is Jordan?
[14:30] Focus on building your network now, not later.
[17:20] Jordan shares some networking advice.
[20:15] Help as many people as you can.
[21:30] Jordan shares a personal story on how to network the right way.
[26:00] No one has created anything substantial alone.
[28:15] How can you start?
[30:25] Make a list of everyone you know.
[33:40] Jordan talks about his business, The Art of Charm.
[38:00] The Art of Charm is not just for men.
[40:30] Check out The Art of Charm. Invest in yourself!
Mentioned in This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/
http://jordanharbinger.com/
http://theartofcharm.com/
http://theartofcharm.com/challenge
Big Keith Williams and his wife Tina Williams joins Rick Petry on today's episode. Keith has been involved in three very different athletic sports and is currently a professional bodybuilder. Keith and Tina talk on how they make their relationship work, we learn about the couple's story, and Keith touches on the importance of God and family to achieving success.
Key Takeaways:
[3:20] Keith shares his story.
[6:15] What defies a person's determination?
[8:40] How does Tina do it?
[12:35] How does Keith and Tina make their marriage work?
[15:15] You have to take the stairs in order to become successful.
[16:50] Keith and Tina start their day at 3-4am.
[18:20] When Keith made God his priority, opportunities started opening up for him.
[22:40] How can the ladies get in better shape?
[28:05] How does Tina manage the work/life balance?
[32:00] Put working out on your schedule.
[38:40] How can you achieve high levels of success?
[42:35] Look out for Keith and Tina's YouTube channel.
Mentioned In This Episode:
https://www.facebook.com/xbigkeithwilliamsx
https://www.facebook.com/BigKWilliams/
https://websta.me/n/rippeddiva13
TinaSWilliams.Com
https://www.instagram.com/bigkwilliams/
http://bigkwilliamsshow.tumblr.com/
Adam Carroll is the author of two books and the host of The Build a Bigger Life podcast. Adam is all about turning your chaotic expenses into financial sense. He talks on the importance of being a savvy investor, questioning your purchasing decisions, and, probably most important of all, why it's so important to teach your children about money.
Key Takeaways:
[3:55] Who is Adam?
[7:40] What is money freedom?
[11:20] American spending has been based on debt.
[13:45] How can you be a savvy investor?
[17:10] When we go into the workforce, we try to level up our lifestyle.
[20:30] Question everything.
[25:10] Should you get a college degree?
[30:00] Talk about money with your kids.
[37:40] Want to learn more? Visit http://www.adamspeaks.com/
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://www.adamspeaks.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpN8KlnU7Fw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_VB39Jo8mAQ
http://www.brokebusteddisgusted.com/
30 Days to $1K by Adam Carroll
Winning The Money Game by Adam Carroll.
Dorie Clark is a marketing strategy consultant and a frequent contributor to TIME, Entrepreneur, and more. Dorie is also the author of Reinventing You: Define Your Brand, Imagine Your Future and her most recent book, Stand Out: How to Find Your Breakthrough Idea and Build a Following Around It. Dorie talks to Rick on the subject of discovering your breakthrough idea and developing it into a successful business venture.
Key Takeaways:
[3:00] Who is Dorie?
[4:50] We're being pulled in every direction when it comes to communication.
[7:15] How can you find your breakthrough idea?
[12:10] What's the fast track way to come up with innovative ideas?
[15:00] Dorie shares a story on the subject of researching your idea.
[17:45] You don't need financial resources to achieve business success.
[18:45] Why should you niche down (for right now)?
[21:25] Dorie talks about the halo effect.
[23:40] How can you create a framework?
[27:55] Tackle a challenge that means something to you.
[32:00] You've got the framework, now what?
[35:25] Looking to leave your current career? Dorie has some advice for you.
[39:10] Dorie talks on the subject of being 'different' or 'too normal'.
[41:00] Does luck have anything to do with success?
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com
Reinventing You by Dorie Clark
Stand Out by Dorie Clark.
http://dorieclark.com
Heart, Smarts, Guts, and Luck by Anthony K. Tjan.
Hal Elrod is the author of The Miracle Morning series and the survivor of a traumatic car crash that left him dead for 6 minutes. Hal shares his personal story on how he's overcome the hardships life has thrown at him and how he used personal development to get on track and deliver amazing content to the world.
Key Takeaways:
[3:20] Hal talks about surviving a car crash.
[5:30] Resisting our reality is what causes us pain.
[8:20] Hal talks about the books he's written.
[12:45] Taking Life Head On took Hal 6 years to write.
[17:30] Hal talks about how he recovered from the 2008 economy crash.
[20:30] What do the world's most successful people do for personal development?
[24:30] Hal talks about the success of his book The Miracle Morning
[28:10] Hal shares advice for people who want to write a book.
[36:10] How you start your day sets the tone to how you live your day.
[37:55] Successful people wake up when they want to.
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com
The Miracle Morning series by Hal Elrod
http://www.self-publishingschool.com/
http://halelrod.com/
When realizing the corporate world wasn't her true calling, Jackie Thomas transitioned from a 10+ year corporate career into a holistic care career. Jackie helps people break out of their unfulfilled routine and is the CEO of Breakthrough Canada. Jackie shares her story and talks on why it's so important to define your core values and set boundaries when pursuing a new career goal. She also talks on how women can achieve a successful career while still having balance in their lives.
Key Takeaways:
[3:30] Jackie talks about her corporate career.
[7:10] Your little voice never goes out, but it can sometimes get drawn out.
[8:30] What is a dream healer?
[10:30] The soul is always trying to talk to you and it talks to you through aches and pains when you're out of alignment with your true calling.
[11:30] How do you achieve your dream? Get clear on what you want.
[13:45] Dance with your fear.
[14:00] What is Jackie's dream builder program about?
[20:25] Jackie recommends hiring a coach.
[20:55] What are your core values? What is non-negotiable to you?
[22:45] How can women keep in balance with their goals?
[26:20] Remember, women are designed differently than men.
[28:30] Jackie shares a story about how a woman's needs can sometimes confuse men.
[33:40] Don't let others define your own dream.
[34:40] You can reach Jackie at info (at) BreakthroughCanada.com.
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com
http://www.breakthroughcanada.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Breakthrough-Canada-314044991952814/timeline/
https://twitter.com/BreakthroughCan?ref_src=twsrc^tfw
Michael Port is a bestselling New York Times author and has recently published the book, Steal the Show. His new book helps business owners and entrepreneurs shine in the spotlight and become excellent and confident speakers. Michael talks to Rick Petry on how you can become a better performer in every aspect of your life to literally steal the show and achieve your goals.
Key Takeaways:
[3:10] Who is Michael Port?
[7:30] Why should we want to be performers? Isn't that dishonest?
[11:10] How can you find your voice?
[15:30] Michael lays out his latest book's outline and how it can help you.
[20:30] How can you tell your story in a captivating way?
[23:40] Rehearsing is the key to creating a fantastic story. Very few people can wing it.
[32:25] It's a transformational journey when you work on your performance and let people see who you truly are.
[35:00] Focus on the results, not on the approval of others.
[37:25] Michael explains what 'yes and' means.
[41:20] Please visit http://stealtheshow.com/ for special discounts and bonuses.
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com
http://stealtheshow.com/
http://heroicpublicspeaking.com/
Steal the Show by Michael Port.
At the age of 28, Katerina Satori's body was falling apart on her. She couldn't get out of bed and she had no desire to do anything. Her true reason for all of this was due to toxic overload. Katerina's lifestyle had finally caught up on her and she was nutritionally depleted. It is now her mission to teach others the importance of food and what it means to really, truly eat right to build a healthy immune system and a healthier brain.
Key Takeaways:
[4:30] The biggest roadblock for high achievers is that they don't eat right.
[7:20] At 28, Katerina's body simply stopped working.
[11:05] There's two ways we can get energy. We can either burrow it or make it naturally.
[17:30] Food allergies versus food sensitives are very different.
[21:00] Look at your comfort foods differently, because they may be holding you back.
[23:00] Food will either add or rob energy from you.
[26:30] The body uses inflammation to heal itself.
[29:55] Start an elimination diet.
[31:40] Why should you choose organic?
[34:35] How can I start?
[41:00] Katerina talks about a client success story.
[44:50] Always read the labels. Sugar slows your brain down.
[47:00] Check out Katerina's YouTube channel for free resources on how to eat better.
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/podcast
http://katerinasatori.com/
https://www.youtube.com/user/KaterinaSatori
Clarence Caldwell is a motivational speaker, author, and the Founder of True Life Enterprises. Clarence delivers an inspirational interview with Rick Petry on changing your negative beliefs into positive ones. Clarence shares his story on how he chose to no longer live in the back of his car and why anybody can achieve their dreams by creating a simple mental shift.
Key Takeaways:
[3:55] Who is Clarence Caldwell?
[7:15] Where did Clarence grew up?
[11:20] Remember, you can be anything you want to be.
[13:20] We all have the power to choose. No one can take that away from you.
[14:45] What stops people from achieving their dreams?
[16:45] What's Clarence's definition of belief?
[18:35] “I am” are the most powerful words in the English language.
[19:45] Not making a choice is a choice.
[21:55] Your mind is powerful. You can train it to help you achieve your dreams.
[25:10] How can you overcome fear?
[31:45] How can you overcome your past?
[35:15] How can people start a mental shift today?
[41:05] It can take a long time to get your mind to shift in the right direction.
[42:55] You can follow Clarence at http://clarencecaldwell.com/
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/podcast
http://clarencecaldwell.com/
http://clarencecaldwell.com/teach
Brenda Barbosa is an award-winning journalist who is based out of Florida. Brenda shares her personal story and talks on why it's so important to define your story in your business and to showcase other's success stories. Stories fuel the way we remember things and it can help inspire us to be great. During the interview, Brenda asks an important question to the audience, “What is more compelling, a customer's success story or bullet points?”
Key Takeaways:
[3:17] Why did Brenda become a journalist?
[9:07] Brenda shares two unbelievable stories that she covered during her career.
[19:42] How can Brenda's stories help you?
[25:37] Why is it important to tell your story?
[32:42] Stories have everything to do with your business.
[34:02] What happens if you don't have a good story?
[39:02] You can find Brenda at http://www.brendabarbosa.com/
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/podcast
http://www.brendabarbosa.com/
https://twitter.com/writerinflorida
Rick Petry welcomes the audience with a quick introduction on what to expect from the Impossible is Nothing podcast. Have you been told that achieving your dream is impossible or somehow have been fooled into believing you'll never accomplish your life goals? Rick is here to help you break down those barriers and get the inspiration, motivation, and courage you need to move forward and achieve your life's purpose. The moment you turned 18, you've been told no more than 148,000 times. It's time to stop, get up, and realize that impossible is nothing.
Key Takeaways:
[1:57] People have been mislead into believing that it's impossible to achieve their dreams.
[2:45] Why are some people super successful and others seem to always struggle?
[3:18] Every thought we have gets transferred into our strongest beliefs.
[4:10] When we turn 18, we've been told no more than 148,000 times.
[5:10] You've been conditioned to believe that it really is impossible.
[6:20] You were born to succeed.
[7:40] Despite being conditioned no, your full potential is hidden in your core.
[8:13] What would you do for the rest of your life if you knew impossible is nothing?
[8:59] Thank you for being apart of the Impossible is Nothing podcast.
[10:30] You can sign up for the Impossible is Nothing newsletter at http://rickpetryspeaks.com/podcast.
[11:46] Rick would love to hear from you! Please email him any questions or feedback.
Mentioned In This Episode:
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/podcast.
Info (at) RickPetrySpeaks.com
Introduction:
For the first four years of elementary school, Rick Petry was the only boy of color and was regularly bullied. Rick had dreams of becoming a lawyer, but it wasn't until he ended up on the wrong side of the courtroom that he deiced to wholeheartedly pursue that dream.
Rick knows what it's like to get pushed around and be told by others and even yourself that you can't do it, but with the Impossible is Nothing podcast, he wants to help you change that belief.
Rick and this podcast will give you accountability, inspiration, and ideas to help pursue your passion, your dreams, and most importantly, this podcast will give you a reason to never give up. Welcome to the first episode of the Impossible is Nothing podcast.
Key Takeaways:
[1:50] What's the Impossible is Nothing podcast about?
[4:10] Rick is going to work with you and help bring your dream into a reality.
[4:30] Being the only African-American child in school, Rick was bullied a lot when he was younger.
[6:00] Rick wanted to be a lawyer when he grew up, but he had the voices holding him back.
[7:30] When Rick got a job, he dropped out of college.
[8:35] About ten years later, Rick found himself in a court room facing prison time.
[10:00] Rick was disappointed in himself and decided to change his life around.
[11:00] Rick is now a lawyer!
[13:40] Why do some people succeed and others always seem to struggle?
[14:20] Rick has received coaching from Jack Canfield and Dr. Shad Helmstetter.
[15:00] This show isn't about Rick, it's about you.
[15:25] People can accomplish a lot more than they think they can.
[16:05] Are you just drifting along?
[16:40] You can achieve your dreams despite what you've been told.
[20:20] Rick will be here every week to help you live a happier and a more fulfilling life.
[21:20] Join the Impossible is Nothing newsletter to get free content and videos.
[22:20] Feel free to email Rick at ImpossibleIsNothing (At) RickPetrySpeaks.com
Mentioned In This Episode:
Chicken Soup for the Soul by Jack Canfield
The Success Principles by Jack Canfield
Self Talk Solution by Dr. Shad Helmstetter.
http://rickpetryspeaks.com/podcast.
ImpossibleIsNothing (At) RickPetrySpeaks.com