Follow @ChoosePerspective1 on Instagram for more videos This is podcast that is focused on helping listeners choose their perspective in life. You don’t control everything that happens in your life, but you do control your perspective on any situation and you do control how you react.
Marques Ogden is a former NFL offensive lineman who has reinvented himself as a motivational speaker, business coach, and author. We spoke about the power of grit and the importance of constantly choosing your perspective throughout life. Selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the sixth round of the 2003 NFL Draft and went on to play for several teams, including the Jaguars, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, & Tennessee Titans. After retiring from professional football, Marques founded Kayden Premier Enterprises, a construction company based in Baltimore, Maryland. The business experienced rapid growth but ultimately collapsed. This period marked a significant turning point in his life a moment when he had to choose his perspective.Determined to rebuild, Marques transitioned into motivational speaking, sharing his experiences to inspire others. Ogden is also a 3-time best-selling author, with works including "Sleepless Nights" and "The Success Cycle," & also hosts the podcast "Authenticity with Marques Ogden"Marques's journey from NFL success to financial ruin and his subsequent resurgence, emphasizes the importance of humility, grit, and growth and above all the power of choosing your perspective!
Steve Spiro is a dynamic keynote speaker, published author, and the creator of The Master Connector Show . Once a shy and introverted individual, Steve's personal journey is a powerful testament to transformation and resilience. His early life was shaped by financial hardship and quiet struggle, but those challenges ignited a deep ambition to build a better future.After co-founding an advertising company in New York City right out of college, Steve discovered his true path through the discipline of martial arts. Earning a 4th-degree black belt in Karate and a 1st-degree black belt in JuJitsu, he not only transformed physically but also experienced profound mental and spiritual growth. This journey laid the foundation for his passion in mentorship, personal development, and connection.Today, Steve is known as “The Master Connector,” inspiring individuals—especially introverts—and sales professionals to break out of their shells and build authentic, agenda-free relationships that drive real growth. His mission is to shift people from scarcity to abundance by fostering deeper human connection in both life and business.Whether on stage, on screen, or in conversation, Steve leads with heart, purpose, and the unshakable belief in the power of paying it forward.Learn more or connect with Steve at spiro-global.com
I had the pleasure of having Tara Hoffman on the Podcast. Tara is an acclaimed author and has written several books including "A Wild thought...a Calm Mind" Where she shares her perspective on the power of nature & animals. In the podcast we discuss how we can find perspective, simplicity and pure beauty in life with the help of the natural world around us. We take a deep dive on how in many ways we must connect to our natural surroundings and animal friends in order to truly choose our perspective and live a beautiful and easy life.Tara's book:https://www.amazon.com/Wild-Thought-Calm-Mind-Animal/dp/B096TN7KGQ
Today I had the pleasure of interviewing Mitch Rosen. An incredible man who dedicated 26 years of his life to the police force and went onto become an acclaimed artist and writer Mitch's artistic journey began young, with color pencils in hand at the age of 6. But it wasn't until after his 2006 retirement from the Port Authority Police Department that art truly took center stage. Trading the tools of law enforcement for an arsenal of colored pencils, Mitch developed a hyper-realistic style focused on capturing the quiet moments within New York's bustling heart.His meticulous use of color, shading, and texture allows him to bring urban landscapes to life, replicating the intricate details of the city while also capturing the subtle emotions of his portrait subjects.Whether it's a peaceful scene amidst the chaos of a street corner or a contemplative expression on a stranger's face, Mitch's art reveals a deep understanding of the city's rhythm. He strives to showcase New York's multifaceted nature, offering viewers a unique perspective that balances the city's frenetic energy with moments of quietude and reflection. Through his artwork, Mitch invites you to experience a different side of New York, one where peace and beauty can be found amidst the urban symphony.
Today I discuss how you and I can stop overthinking
My question to you is, are you being patient with the yourself? Are you being patient with the world? Are you being patient with life? Give yourself more timeYou deserve it
It's ok to be wrong sometimes as it means that in the long run you will be right
Today we discuss the importance of understanding that not everyone will like you or see you for who you are. This is one of the hardest things to digest in life, but also one of the most important Thank you for tuning in
Recapping my experience after watching the movie Here
What we talk about today Setting boundaries for yourselfBeing honest with yourselfGiving yourself the benefit of the doubt and thinking about positive outcomes
Today we have Koren Ben Hamou the founder of Mitzvah Fridays. Koren started the movement to help those who are in need and also those who don't seem to be in need, but could use help and appreciation.We talk about the importance of helping others and giving back to the world. We speak about the power of putting ourselves in other peoples shoes as well as the power of energy transfers If you do good to other, you do good to yourself You can find more of Koren's work on Instagram @korenbenhamou
Today we have Matt Sarnak on the podcastMatt is the founder of Debugging the Mind podcast
How to use setbacks as a way to move forward
You are humanDon't forget thatYou aren't perfectYou are on the road to perfection Choose your perspective
Today I discuss my recent growth and strategy and perspective on making decisions in life
Today I discuss my perspective on the election and the Israeli Palestinian conflict
Today we talk about the concept of time and how it can be different based on your perspective
Ron Tite is a former standup comedian and Founder of Church+State where they believe people used to vote with their wallets. Now they vote with their time. So we help brands build brand conviction with their employees, customers, and stakeholders by aligning purpose, actions, and communications. Ron has spoken and worked with audiences all over the world including American Express, Coca-Cola, Dell, Deloitte, Kraft, KPMG, Manulife, McDonalds, Microsoft, Pfizer, and many others.Topics include Personal Branding, Creativity, Advertising, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Storytelling, and The Expression Economy.
With more than 30 years of global sales and leadership experience, Kevin runs operations at Own Company: a leading SaaS/CRM data protection and activation software. Kevin speaks about his career thus far and what it takes to be successful in sales and in life. Kevin highlights the power of networking, one's personal brand, and having the right mindset in life and in business. He also dives deep into what it takes to run a successful organization. You won't want to miss this episode!
Today we about how one's struggle inside and out can actually be a power to help others with author and content creator Yvette Bodden. Yvette has gone through many struggles in her life including depression, a divorce and a loss of a dear loved one. She has however been able to choose her perspective and use her struggles as a way to grow and also impact many people around the world. As the founder and sole author behind Awakened-Woman, a digital platform designed to inspire and invigorate females, author, Yvette Bodden writes with endless empathy. In just two years, AW has amassed tens of thousands of followers across social media platforms, thanks to a dynamic collection of combined 500+ articles centered around celebrity profiles, relationships, love, abuse, motherhood, and Latino culture, infused with a signature blend of Yvette's pragmatism and compassion. In 2021, she was named one of the “Bella Bosses We Admire” by Bella Magazine. More info on Yvette Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvette-bodden-1b9b6724/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awconfidential/ Website: https://awakened-woman.com/
Today we discuss mental health in 2024 with author Will Craig. Will is an exceptional individual who I have learned a lot from. After experiencing a tragic loss of a partner and battling some of his own personal demons, Will has grown to care deeply about having open and frank conversations around mental health. He believes in a commonsense approach to tackling your demons and the importance of moving forward one step at a time. As a result, he's made it his mission to share his story in the hopes that it will show others they're not alone and perhaps encourage them to share theirs as well.You can find a copy of his book “One Step Forward: Ideally in the Right Direction” on Amazon. He can also be found through his blog “The Battle You Know Not” as well as various social media platforms listed below.For all links, click here .
Today I had the pleasure of discussing how to live a mindful life with mindfulness teacher, Ted Meissner. About Ted: a meditator since the early 90's, is a UMass Center for Mindfulness Certified MBSR Teacher, and is the host of the podcast Present Moment: Mindfulness Practice and Science and the new video podcast Mindfulness Voyage. He has presented about mindfulness to various groups including Apple, UnitedHealth, Optum, the University of Massachusetts Medical School, the National Black Nurses Association, and others. Ted has been published in Perspectives on Psychological Science, Mindful, and The International Journal of Whole Person Care, and is a peer reviewer of articles for the science journal Mindfulness. He supervises mindfulness teachers internationally with the Institute for Mindfulness-Based Approaches based in Germany, serves on the board of trustees for The Mindfulness Network in the U.K., has held master classes for the Oxford Mindfulness Foundation, and teaches various mindfulness and burnout courses live online.
Today I have the pleasure of interview Anton Broers. Anton has over 25 years in the finance world, at one point a CFO at Shell Oil. Anton has lived in Singapore, USA and the Netherlands . He is also a mindset trainer and author of “The Robot Who Became Human”
How to deal with things in life when things don't stick
Today I have the pleasure of interviewing Matt Ross. Matt has an extensive career in the radio industry, being the CEO of School of Rock and the founder of One River Art School. Matt also has had the pleasure of building a beautiful family which includes his son Alex who has Autism. Matt's insight on a professional and personal level is something you do not want to miss out on !
How do you define success? Everyone has a different perspective
Today I have the pleasure to interview Marc Arginteanu about his career and advice on how to go about life and relationships. Marc is a graduate of University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. His professional accomplishments include previously serving as President of the New Jersey Neurosurgical Society and as Chairman of Neurosurgery at Englewood Hospital. Although he has stepped away from medical practice, he continues to be a Clinical Associate Professor of Neurosurgery at Mount Sinai, New York and an Adjunct Professor of Psychology (neuroscience) at Florida International University, Miami. Dr. Arginteanu has authored several books, achieving best-selling status for his non-fiction The Mind Unlocked and winning awards for his fiction novels of Paint and Pancakes and Azazel's Public House. If you'd like to learn more about these books, or his others, check out his Goodreads Author page https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/22704585.Marc_Arginteanu (https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/22704585.Marc_Arginteanu) Dr. Arginteanu is involved in a number of early stage medical related companies as an investor and/or member of the advisory board. Dr. Arginteanu currently serves on the Boards of the Foundation of Englewood Hospital and the Jewish Home Family of Bergen County. He has previously served on the board of Temple Emanu-El, Closter. If you'd like to learn more about Dr. Arginteanu, check out his website https://marcarginteanu.com/ (https://marcarginteanu.com/) and substack https://brain2mind.substack.com/ (https://brain2mind.substack.com/) or contact him at tomaliventures@yahoo.com (mailto:tomaliventures@yahoo.com)
Today we talk about finding micro joys and your treasure with Irina Gaister from healthinspiredby
Today we talk about how to control your perspective in the face of the negativity bias.
The Gift of Help: Interview with Ashley Usiskin . Today we talk with Ashley a student and teacher of Simon Sinek's and his life long journey and goal to shower the power and gift of accepting help and helping others. Ashley's website www.thegiftofhelp.org
How to deal with the pain others cause
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