Anecdotes for Success.: Recent Episodes
Matt and Paul
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Storytelling is an art form emphasizing the value and learning that is created through personal experience.
Our purpose is to share these stories and experiences with the listener.
Every one has a powerful testimony.
Let's use them to level up to our best life.
Matt and Paul will discuss the most important thing to do, when starting anything. Change, in life, career or business depends on starting. Freedom, choice and happiness are not obtained through the path of least resistance.
Matt and Paul catch up with each others latest endeavors and announce their new upcoming series.
Matt and Paul and catch up on all things. Business endeavors, growth and how collaboration is a necessary ingredient for both.
Matt and Paul discuss how life experience is meant to supplement learning, and make it the life-long process is it meant to be.
Everyone knows how to "start a fire". Matt and Paul discuss how so few are willing to put in the actual work to sustain it for long periods of time.
Is it balance or tolerance? Matt and Paul discuss the concept and also explain, with no excuses, why it has been part of the exact reason they haven't recorded an episode in the past few weeks.
Neil is a high school English teacher after making a pivot a few years back. He discusses how a successful business career left him feeling comfortable and complacent and what led him to finally take the leap to make a change. Neil discusses the importance of never settling, initiating change and always preparing for what's next. "Comfort is a killer."
Jeff is an engineer by education, but an entrepreneur and business developer by trade. He discusses his journey and how he just keeps seizing opportunities through consistent effort. As for the ups and downs, "failure is part of the process."
Matt and Paul discuss how the podcast started, has evolved and the meaning and purpose behind what they do. "You can learn and sharpen your game, from the inspiring stories of others."
Successful people have a tendency to take on too many projects and can over extend themselves. Why? Matt and Paul think they know the answer.
Val discusses his departure from Poland as a 20 year old and how his journey gives him a very valuable perspective to this day. Keep moving, never give up and work hard. If you stop, someone else will take your place.
Structure is a necessary part of personal and professional life. Daniella discusses how this structure has led to both more freedom and happiness on her journey.
Paul's favorite phrase is discussed, in detail. Day by day, non-negotiables and why so many struggle with this simple concept. Matt and Paul both agree on three basic actions that will lead to greater consistency in all one does.
Matt and Paul discuss recent encounters with successful people they know and what they all have in common....they took action.
Monte Syrie is an educator that thinks outside the box. He believes that students are the content. Monte and Paul talk all things education, from grading, daily discussions, smiles and frowns and the value of relationships. "It starts with the humans in the room." Find out more at letschangeeducation.comand project180thebook.com .
Self belief is a powerful ingredient in any succuss story. Matt and Paul discuss it, along with the importance of also earning the belief of others, through positive relationships and consistent action.
Psychologist Dr. John Dunkle discusses how relationships, self reflection and resiliency can help you get through tough times. "Open yourself up to experiences that stretch you."
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, text, call, or chat 988 (https://988lifeline.org/), the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, for a free confidential conversation with a trained counselor 24/7.
Matt & Paul discuss the thought process and actions needed to position yourself for future choices (freedom).
We discuss all thing that come to mind in this episode, with a big emphasis on Tom's quote, "every chance requires a different version of you".
Matt and Paul discuss the influence critics try to have over the lives of others. Why do most let this happen?
Dr. Kerry, educational leader, consultant, and ex-teacher, discusses the future of schools and education. We question the idea of schools as "think tanks", not institutions. "Never have a short memory of what it was like to be in the classroom."
Gene discusses his passion behind financial literacy and how his Troutwood App empowers individuals and institutions with the financial tools, knowledge, and literacy to own their future. Check it out at https://www.troutwood.com
Paul wakes up at 3am to discuss his current Alaska trip. Golf, nature, people, observations and perspective. They again wonder what most individuals are waiting for, to take action and live their best life?
Mark discusses finance, overcoming debt, his thoughts behind the process and the potential freedom that can result. Click for his FREE cash flow tracker
Scott discusses all things education, coaching and life. "Be kind, play hard and have fun without ruining anyone else's fun."
Matt and Paul discuss the mindset behind excuses and the accountability behind the choices we make.
Jon is back to discuss financial literacy and per Matt's request, talk him into buying Bitcoin.
Alli discusses best practices for dealing with the ups and downs of a journey. Stay true to yourself, show grace in response to failure, and build relationships. "Just because you are struggling alot, doesn't mean alot is wrong."
Brent discusses his new book "Leaders Look Within" and how it has helped him be a better CEO. He is a person of faith, who coaches people up and leads from the heart. Get his book at www.ceoofyourheart.com
Dain discusses work ethic, meaning, entrepreneurship and the mindset that failing is not an option. Find a mentor, listen, keep grinding and never forget to celebrate others.
Paul discusses with colleagues Kelly Smith and Chelsea Bailey, their New Visions Academy. This non-traditional education program is very popular among local school districts. The focus is on experiences over curriculum and functioning skills over testing.
Matt and Paul discuss how to control what you can control. "Worry is the absence of doing."
Lexi discusses with Matt and Paul how her love for sports created a life of athletic competition, life lessons, career opportunity and perspective.
Matt and Paul discuss that fact that although Coaches and Entrepreneurs have the same type personality, society as a whole, looks at them with different perspective.
Matt Hogan discusses how a strong mind, body and soul, with consistent action and purpose can battle imposter syndrome, to level up to your best life.
Matt and Paul discuss time, money, tradeoffs and perspective. At the end of the day, what's the point?
Glenn shares with Matt and Paul how to get and stay on top of your sales game with the personal advice, expert storytelling, and effective business strategies found in his book. Inspired by real-life lessons that shaped Glenn’s career, his guide provides 57 factors for navigating the interpersonal dynamics of selling and the art of negotiation to help you sidestep common costly mistakes—before you lose the sale. Find out more at www.glennpoulos.com
Sydnee discusses with Matt & Paul how an open mind and a growth mindset has led to opportunity, as a college student. It is only the beginning for her.
Matt and Paul discuss three reasons why most people fail to take action and why there is eventually regret in their decision.
Tom discusses how this method will help you to be your best self in regard to process over product, preparedness, and setting your default mindset.
Tom discusses how this method will help you to be your best self in regard to process over product, preparedness, and setting your default mindset.
Tom discusses how this method will help you to be your best self in regard to process over product, preparedness, and setting your default mindset.
Tom discusses how this method will help you to be your best self in regard to process over product, preparedness, and setting your default mindset.
Kirk discusses his never ending journey. Not an All-American but gives an All-American effort. That's how you live your best life.
Matt and Paul discuss how daily consistency and preparedness can present opportunity in life. As with any choice, it does come with a cost.
From special moments to government policy, Matt & Paul discuss that trade-offs are the best way to grow and live your best life.
Mike discusses the importance of "leveling" the playing field for students in personal finance education, with the FoolProof Foundation.
Coach Smeal discusses his story, and how he uses his business experience and baseball to share leadership lessons with his players.
Matthew discuss the building of his Fatherhood Community and the importance of being present and developing a routine for children.
"5 ways to win at life", in easy mode. Jon explains how to set yourself up, to life your best life. Learn more about Jon at www.bloomlifeskills.com .
You can be empowered to take action and level up through the stories of others. We often emulate and begin to behave like those we associate with the most. Truth, meaning, tradeoffs. and perspective, are the tools to live your best adventure. Check out our latest episodes and subscribe for bonus content and materials today.
Matt and Paul discuss education in regard to comfort zones, putting in the work & relationships. "Inaction still burns bridges."
The season 2 finale. Matt & Paul discuss why accountability is concerning today. To T.R.Y. (Taking Responsibility for Yourself) and be present, seems to be a lost art with many today.
Nichole Eaton is the author of the book "Rock Your Soul: the Down-to-Earth Guide to Mastering Your Mind", Host of the Rock Your Soul Podcast, & Intuitive Therapist. She specializes in helping others step back into their power.
Matt & Paul discuss the transformation from episode one, the excitement of any life journey, the importance of change & what's next.
Simon is an international speaker, trainer and founder of MLM Nation Podcast. He helps business owners stay consistent and build successful businesses. Learn more about Simon at https://simonchan.co/ and his best selling book at https://consistencypill.com/ .
Matt & Paul define "The Process".
Consistency, a stable identity, pursuing your meaning, taking action, with no guarantees.
Over 4 decades of research/experience with education and business, Carol discusses education vs. teaching, trust vs. challenging, along with her books and summit at https://carolsanfordinstitute.com/summit/.
Hannah discusses alternative forms of education and how her brand/platform is helping parents, students and even teachers, to rethink the public education process. Follow her on Twitter @rebelEducator
Matt & Paul discuss how their travel experiences have helped them gain perspective in several aspects of life & how important it is for growth. It has to be a priority.
Raj Mahtani is back. At 23, with an unwavering belief, he is building a team, business & brand by helping others optimize their health, productivity & sleep. He explains his vision, his actions & his why.
A staple to his local sports scene for 40+ years, Bob talks about his journey, tells a few good stories and gives advice to younger people starting out in life.
Matt and Paul discuss the common methods they use in dealing with criticism and when offering it to others. It can be a powerful tool.
JT discusses what led him to start selling on Amazon and how 2 years later he is scaling out to unprecedented growth. He provides some sound advice on the process. JT's recommendation to all interested. START now.
Cam is a middle school teacher, coach and athletic director. His podcast "Our Village Stories" is an entertaining and informational way for parents to connect with their teens to success framework. Cam discusses how his journey from a college athlete and coach has led him to his current career and how he continues to help others.
Matt and Paul discuss the fear most people have in taking action. During the conversation they also provide the upside of starting TODAY.
Careyann has over 20 years of small business and franchising experience. Her greatest passion is helping people take the leap into franchising. After working with thousands of happy business owners she has found 3 consistent critical success factors for everyone: Passion, Process, and abundant Possibilities. Careyann tells her story.
Ryan discusses his journey, which has resulted in his own successful digital ad agency (Radical) and a podcast (The Radcast). He has leveraged his experience from guiding some of the largest brands in the world like Verizon, The NFL, Apple, Lexus and others, into strategies that every personal brand can use to maximize attention and leverage. His Top 25 Marketing Podcast interviews famous founders and leaders such as Grant Cardone, Jesse Palmer and Tarek El Moussa, sharing advice and their success stories.
Phone addictions, spending habits, servers &
fact checking. Matt & Paul have the answers
(or at least they think they do).
Matt & Paul have an impromptu discussion about their 4 pillars of truth, meaning, trade offs, perspective. They also hint at some future plans they have.
Devin discusses how the skillsets he has built as a teacher and coach, have led to his journey of continuous transformation and opportunity as a fitness trainer.
Jeremy Slate is the founder of the Create Your Own Life Podcast, which studies the highest performers in the world. He studied literature at Oxford University, and is a former champion powerlifter turned new media entrepreneur. He specializes in using podcasting and new media to create trust and oping leader status. Check him out at https://www.jeremyryanslate.com/
Alex discusses his rise to the NFL, injury, substance abuse and how he has dealt with this adversity. Alex, now sober, is set to debut his "Dream and Believe" Foundation, later this month.
Kirk talks about self development & his journey, including his late start in the game of college baseball & the idea behind founding Pursuit 4 Purpose for all athletes.
Get to know Paul Richmond as he talks about reinventing
himself, relationship building, entrepreneurship & finanical
literacy. He is the teacher you wish you had in High School.
Get to know Matt and why this podcast, sharing others stories,
building businesses and helping others, means so much to him.
Adam discusses with Matt and Paul how he crushed debt, continues to create income, and live his best life, under his terms.
Jake discusses the business he started in high school, his "day job" and how important it is to continue both, while completing college.
From High School to New Visions to College, Cale and Silas
discuss their friendship, business (with Matt and Paul) and future.
From high school sports blog to General Manager of
Sportscasting.com, Josh tells his story. A passion for sports
and a constant commitment to keep learning and growing.
Jenna discusses the lessons learned, perspective gained and relationships built from her atheltic journey; and how these experiences have helped in the early successses of her School Counselor career.
Anthony discusses his life through college, pivoting careers & current projects. He is the founder of Financiallight.co & co-founder of MenOfOrder.com.
Matt Gill discusses how things happen for a reason when you work hard and control your attitude, effort and urgency in the process.
The Coach Raj has a "show" not "tell" mentality in everything he does
& shares his perspective on entrepreneurship, fitness, success & vision.
Matt & Paul Discuss how challenging yourself is necessary for growth.
There is no other way.
A discussion with Jon Bloom on how financial literacy is the foundation for growth.
Check out his book https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09B2J9DS8
Follow him on Twitter @Bloomlifeskills
Matt & Paul define vision and discuss how it is implemented through action, perspective & experience.
Matt & Paul discuss the complexity of incentives as people continuously search for optimal outcomes in their choices, good or bad.
Perspective is about having an open mind so one can learn & compare their individual life experiences. Matt & Paul discuss the three areas that can get you there.
A discussion of how success comes in levels through providing value, building relationships and learning from every situation.
Matt & Paul discuss the lessons learned from reading Matthew McConaughey's memoir "Greenlights".
Cam discusses his childhood challenges, Olympic
training, and professional speaking career.
Jaden talks with Matt & Paul about building his business, the decision
to leave college, never quitting, & pivoting in life. Lessons for all young
entrepreneurs. Check out his site at https://www.conveniencetogo.net/
Business Leader Tom Casey discusses with Matt & Paul
the "pandemic trifecta" of investment, communication
and leadership.
Musician Isaac Mather shares his experiences overcoming
tremendous health obstacles, to launch his music career.
Matt and Paul discuss the importance of recognizing
that all decisions have consequences.
Matt & Paul discuss how meaning is more important than happiness.
It is hard to define, but powerful when discovered.
Truth requires taking personal responsibility followed by action.
Matt & Paul explain this with the help of yo-yo's, stairs & bird walking.
Matt & Paul explain how the concept for this podcast developed and what listeners can look forward to in the future.
Episode debut March 14th.